English Translation: Khutbat-e-Mahmood V6

Let's become. So the point is that which does not destroy everyone. It is known that even at the time of punishment, God Almighty does not abandon humans. Rather, the punishment that comes from God is also His mercy. Take heed and learn a lesson from great trials. So when humans become separated from God and turn away from Him, God sends a Prophet for their well-being. But people in this world are so heedless that they do not pay attention to it. And if they do, they stand up against it and show enmity. Although their enmity is not against Him but against God. Because God manifests through them. Hazrat Mirza Sahib's enemies did not oppose him. The enemies of Hazrat Masih were not the opponents of Hazrat Masih, and the opponents of Hazrat Musa were not against Hazrat Musa. Rather, they were enemies of that thing that they presented before the world. And what was that? It was God and His Word. So the enemies of the Prophets are not enemies of their beings but enemies of God. They prefer to stay in obscurity. This preference is evident in the world, but God pulls them from the obscurity of animal-like behavior to the forefront of the world. So since they do not accept His greatness, but they are eager for the greatness of God, their opposition was not against them but against God. And despite such oppositions and rebellions, which they continued against God through His Prophets, God still shows mercy to them. One should reflect that the God who is so kind and merciful to His creation is punishing the world in various ways. Why is it that a wise person does not oppress his wife, children, and brothers? He does not stab them in the throat and does not kill his friend. So what is the reason that God, who is kind and loving to His servants, that in comparison to His mercy, no one's mercy can be presented, why is He sending various kinds of punishments to the world? Somewhere the world is being destroyed by famine. Somewhere the force of murder and looting is rampant. Somewhere the plague is spreading death. And somewhere such diseases are emerging that were never seen before. So while God Almighty is sending various calamities, He has also taken the harvest. He has sent plagues.

Wars have been initiated, so there must be a reason for it. It could be that the merciful heart has changed and a cruel and oppressive person has emerged in its place. It is wrong to say that a heart can never change. Therefore, even today, He is the same God who was before. Another reason is that humans are no longer the same as they used to be in the past, and those on whom God used to show mercy have changed their state. The good ones have perished, and the oppressors, the wicked, the indifferent to religion, the ignorant of piety, and the impure people have remained. This change cannot be correct. Therefore, the reality is that the present-day humans have undergone a great transformation within themselves. And because they have become so indifferent, so distant, and so arrogant towards God, which they had never been before, various doors of calamities and punishments have been opened to them. And such punishments have been inflicted upon them as were never inflicted upon people before. So, it is completely wrong to say that (God forbid) God has changed. Rather, the fact is that the condition of present-day humans has become extremely corrupt. Those generations that were good have passed away, and those born afterwards are not good. God is eternal and everlasting. Therefore, no imperfection can arise in Him, but humans, being mortal beings, can produce great and wicked individuals even after the deaths of good people, and that is what is happening. Now, since humans have abandoned God, they have been thrown into calamities so that they may come into God's embrace. And there is no peace in the world except in God's embrace. Now, the only way to attain peace and to avoid calamities and distress is to fall at God's door. Because those who fall at God's door are never destroyed. History bears witness to this. Look, the Arabs had abandoned God and turned their faces away from Him. God called them towards Himself through a Prophet. And He called them at a time when their condition was very severe. And because instead of coming towards God, they showed more arrogance, therefore God Almighty captured them in calamities to straighten them. But when they turned towards God, He transformed all their humiliations into honors, all their destructions into happiness. In the same way

Events with the People of Moses

When they had distanced themselves from God and abandoned Him, they were captured in all kinds of humiliation and degradation. Their sons were killed, their women were dishonored and disgraced, and Pharaoh inflicted various humiliations upon them. But when they humbled themselves before God through Hazrat Moses, on one side they were subjected to torment and suffering by Pharaoh and his people, and on the other side, they were taken out of extreme degradation and disgrace and made rulers. Similarly, consider the nation of Hazrat Messiah. At one point, they were subjected to great sorrows and calamities, to the extent that pigs were sacrificed in their special temple. But in the end, God granted them dominion. So when God sends down punishment, it is not because He wants to destroy and ruin His creation, but it is His mercy demanding the reformation of His fallen creation. So it is the demand of His mercy that people are captured in punishment. Look, a doctor who shows mercy to a patient with a corrupt and diseased organ does not amputate it because the doctor's mercy compels him to use the scalpel to remove the painful and troubling element from the body for its healing and protection. Just as a doctor uses a scalpel to remove the affliction from the patient's body for healing, similarly, the mercy of the Almighty God also necessitates sending punishments to remove the corruption of humans and bring about their reformation. And just as the scalpel continues its work until the disease is removed, but once the disease is cured, the patient is provided with nourishing food and every effort is made to keep them happy. In the same way, the Gracious Lord also sends a punishment only when the reformation of people is not achieved. And when people are reformed, then they are adorned with all kinds of blessings. But it should be noted that the various destructions and calamities in the world are the result of

Let's become. So the point is that which does not destroy everyone. It is known that even at the time of punishment, God Almighty does not abandon humans. Rather, the punishment that comes from God is also His mercy. Take heed and learn a lesson from great trials. So when humans become separated from God and turn away from Him, God sends a Prophet for their well-being. But people in this world are so heedless that they do not pay attention to it. And if they do, they stand up against it and show enmity. Although their enmity is not against Him but against God. Because God manifests through them. Hazrat Mirza Sahib's enemies did not oppose him. The enemies of Hazrat Masih were not the opponents of Hazrat Masih, and the opponents of Hazrat Musa were not against Hazrat Musa. Rather, they were enemies of that thing that they presented before the world. And what was that? It was God and His Word. So the enemies of the Prophets are not enemies of their beings but enemies of God. They prefer to stay in obscurity. This preference is evident in the world, but God pulls them from the obscurity of animal-like behavior to the forefront of the world. So since they do not accept His greatness, but they are eager for the greatness of God, their opposition was not against them but against God. And despite such oppositions and rebellions, which they continued against God through His Prophets, God still shows mercy to them. One should reflect that the God who is so kind and merciful to His creation is punishing the world in various ways. Why is it that a wise person does not oppress his wife, children, and brothers? He does not stab them in the throat and does not kill his friend. So what is the reason that God, who is kind and loving to His servants, that in comparison to His mercy, no one's mercy can be presented, why is He sending various kinds of punishments to the world? Somewhere the world is being destroyed by famine. Somewhere the force of murder and looting is rampant. Somewhere the plague is spreading death. And somewhere such diseases are emerging that were never seen before. So while God Almighty is sending various calamities, He has also taken the harvest. He has sent plagues.

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Those who did not reach the Messenger who was to come before the present punishment. And did not accept. They want to search for the Messenger who is supposed to come before the extraordinary punishment. Then where is that Messenger who should have come according to the mentioned law of God Almighty before the punishment. And if someone says that God did not send any Messenger, will they not be considered liars to God? Then will they abandon the Quran because God Almighty states in the Quran that He sends a Messenger before the punishment and if the warning of death does not come through the Messenger, I do not send the punishment. But here the punishment is present in various forms and destruction is spread everywhere, but it is said that the Messenger is not known. At least those who believe in the Quran should have love for it. Because the Quran has indeed established this law that the punishment does not come until the Messenger arrives. So now that the punishment has come, and the punishment is global. So it became clear that the Messenger of God has arrived and the Messenger is not an ordinary Messenger, but he is a Messenger for the whole world. And his connection is not only with a region of the earth but with all the inhabitants of the earth. Because at this time the destruction is spread all over the world. Therefore, we do not say this, but God says to ponder how terrible the time is. One punishment has not left, and another one is even more severe. The plague has not gone away. Therefore, it is being published in newspapers and it is rare that the plague is not present or rare, so it has gone from here, and instead of it, God has sent a new disease. And by this act, God Almighty has informed through His Messenger whom He had sent before these punishments that I will send new diseases. So now He is sending it, and through this new disease, almost 800 deaths occur daily, and the situation of the area is even worse. Then in every village, every town, and every city of Punjab

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The storm has been raised, the news of which Hazrat Messiah Maood had received from Allah the Almighty a long time ago. Thus, you were inspired that diseases would spread and souls would be lost, that diseases would continue to spread and lives would be lost. This inspiration was made public by you twenty-five years ago. So today, it is coming to pass. While new types of epidemics are spreading in the world and causing human fatalities. I have not attained the degree that Hazrat Messiah Maood had attained. You were the Prophet and Messenger of Allah, but due to the degree you attained, Allah the Almighty, about four years ago, informed about this disease through a vision. This vision, I had narrated to people during the time of the lesson, and it has also been published. This vision. So from December, it has been published in the Al-Fazl newspaper, which is as follows:

Just as there is a canal running between the children in this mosque (Masjid Al-Aqsa). There is also a river, and it extends far, and it is apparent that there is a large amount of water in it, but it is blocked from within. Around it is an extremely beautiful garden. I am wandering in it. And another person is also with me. We were walking towards the pearl side of the flowing river. Chaudhry Fath Muhammad Sahib appeared, and he said to me that the curtains of the house cause them discomfort, tell them only in the garden, not in the house. When I moved away from that place and went to the other side, I heard the sound of water flowing loudly. At that time, as old tombs are made, the tomb in the building is standing in such a way as the tombs of kings are made. I climbed onto its roof. And its many roofs are built high and low alongside each other. I heard the sound of water flowing, so I looked towards the same river. Either it was such a beautiful sight that it seemed like paradise or water was disappearing everywhere. Buildings were falling, trees were being given, villages and cities were being destroyed, people were drowning in water. Some were drowning in each other's throats.

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I saw that a storm of great force had come, and it was getting taller. People were dying, buildings were falling, and trees were breaking. At that time, Chaudhry Fath Muhammad Sahib appeared, and climbing onto the roof of the building where you were standing began. At that time, I was very anxious and started looking around, but water was everywhere. When the water started coming onto the roof, you began to say loudly, "O Allah, I have been guided by Your guidance and have believed in Your Messiah." At that time, it became known to me that Hazrat Messiah Maood was coming, and you were telling your people to read this sentence. The storm shown in this dream cannot be interpreted as the war in Europe. Because at that time, there was a war going on, and Chaudhry Sahib was in the region. Then water signifies a storm. Now when Chaudhry Sahib also came here, the epidemic that was shown began. So the only way to escape from it is to believe in Hazrat Messiah Maood, who is the Messenger of that time. Because this Prophet's mouth was filled with water over someone's head, and a very painful sight of drowning people was seen. Water was approaching the place where I was standing, and the walls started to collide. Seeing the destruction of the population, helplessly, the words came out of my mouth, "O Allah, I have been guided by Your guidance and have believed in Your Messiah." At that time, it became known to me that Hazrat Messiah Maood was coming, and you were telling your people to read this sentence. I did not see Hazrat Messiah Maood, but I thought you were telling your people this. Meanwhile, I saw that the water was decreasing, and the roof was getting wet. In this anxiety, my eyes opened.

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The reason for this punishment is denial, and it should be remembered that this punishment is like a mother who slaps her child in anger when he makes a mistake, but when she forgives the mistake, she loves him. So believe in the Prophet of God who calls towards God. Accept faith so that you may find salvation. If you turn away, then the same God who is sending various types of punishments will open the doors of His mercy and will shower you with His blessings. It is proven through traditions that when the Day of Judgment comes, it will come upon the wicked. So as long as they are righteous, God will not destroy them. Nowadays, this disease has spread with such intensity that its end is not in sight. Many homes are afflicted with sickness, but unfortunately, very few people are those who, upon seeing the affliction of others, offer advice. The time has become tight, otherwise, it would have elaborated on many things. Insha'Allah, I will explain more about it in the sermon of the upcoming Friday. (Al-Fazl, 2nd November 9)

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22 Public Announcement
Stated on 29th November 6:00 AM
After reciting the Tashahhud, seeking refuge, and the recitation of Surah Al-Fatihah, the following verse from Surah Al-Hashr was recited:

"O you who have believed, fear Allah. And let every soul look to what it has put forth for tomorrow - and fear Allah. Indeed, Allah is Acquainted with what you do." (Al-Hashr: 19)

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It was shown how at this time, when you all were standing, I had drawn your attention that be alert because the days of punishment are near, and inform the world about the causes of punishment. Similarly, after passing through such dangerous situations, once the Holy Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said that I am a naked warner. I also, in the presence of God, as a naked warner, inform you that make peace with God, adopt righteousness, and fear God. Cleanse your hearts. Because God Almighty wants to bring about a great transformation in the world and wants His servants to be His alone. And to break the rule of Satan so that only the rule of God remains, and His worship is done. Just as those who go against the kings are eliminated. Instead, by God, millions of times more, those who go against God's will and desire are eliminated. You should strive to be the fulfillers of His will so that you and your descendants are preserved, otherwise, Allah knows what will happen. I present myself, my relatives, my loved ones, and those who are included in my allegiance, and even those who are not yet included but maintain sincerity. And I advise them all to reconcile. Make peace with God, otherwise, such dangerous days are ahead, as Hazrat Masih Maud (peace be upon him) has written that they will be like the model of the Day of Judgment. People's minds will be struck, and they will go mad. At that time, those for whom it was said that they will be saved will not be destroyed. Nowadays, there is such intensity in this disease that its end is not in sight. Many homes are afflicted with sickness, but unfortunately, very few people are those who, upon seeing the affliction of others, offer advice. The time has become tight; otherwise, it would have elaborated on many things. Insha'Allah, I will explain more about it in the sermon of the upcoming Friday. (Al-Fazl, December 10)

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Complete Faith Attainment Stated on 6th December
After reciting the Tashahhud, seeking refuge, and the recitation of Surah Al-Fatihah, the following was stated:

"What a man understands and believes, if it reaches its extreme, its effects are definitely manifested. It is not the case that every tree bears fruit. And a stone's belly does not bear fruit. Every vine does not like the taste of grapes. And every tree of berries does not bear berries, but if all aspects are correct, there is definitely fruit. The absence of fruit will be the proof that it has not achieved perfection. Its name will remain the same even if the fruit is absent. That which is in reality. That is, its tree. The stone's belly. The vine's grape and so on. The absence of fruit will be the negation of perfection. Its name cannot be negated. This is the state of faith. Many people are believers. But their faith is not fruitful. However, it cannot be said that they are not believers. They are believers, but not perfect believers. The purpose for which faith was sent down in the world is not fulfilled by their faith. For example, a person may be a believer to a certain extent but if he does not bear the fruits of faith, then his faith is not perfect. Therefore, there are many who hold their beliefs and faith and conviction. For example, there are many Christians who believe in Christianity from the bottom of their hearts. But they do not bring forth the actions that are in Christianity. Or there are many Hindus who, despite having faith in their religion, do not follow Hindu customs and practices. Or for example, there are many Muslims

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People will not pay attention to the sermon, even if it continues for a long time, or if it flows with the knowledge of the Quran. A mention was made of a preacher who stood up to deliver a lecture. The content of his speech was dry. A person came and stood up. In his hand was a sickle, the tool with which he corrects hay and other things that farmers do. As many listeners were present, the lecture did not have much impact on them. However, shortly after, the farmer began to cry. The preacher's shame was evident. Then there are many people who sit with the intention of listening to sermons and the like, but they do not pay attention to what the content is. Why is this? Simply because they are accustomed to listening to sermons or lectures, they are not concerned about the content. Rather, they are forced by their habit just as an opium addict is forced to consume opium, and the opium addict does not care why he is consuming opium. Similarly, they are not concerned about why they are listening to the sermon. So, just as the habit of aniseed is to consume opium, this habit is also a calamity. Because just as the senses of an opium addict become distorted, their senses also become distorted. In reality, concise words are of the highest degree. Therefore, the Noble Prophet said, "Two habits are beloved to the Most Merciful, easy on the tongue, but heavy on the balance." (Al-Fazl, December 24)

SubhanAllahi wa bihamdihi, SubhanAllahil Azeem. These are two phrases beloved to Allah and easy to say, but if you start saying them, they carry great weight. What are they? SubhanAllahi wa bihamdihi, SubhanAllahil Azeem. Now, if a person recites these after Tashahhud and sits down after reciting this Hadith, he has not wasted his time. Because according to the wise, what is beloved is that which is eloquent on the tongue and weighty in meaning and thought, not verbose and lengthy. For example, if someone has to lift a 15-rupee weight instead of a 1-rupee weight, the person will prefer the 15-rupee weight because it will save effort. And no one will say, "I will leave the 15-rupee weight and take the 1-rupee weight." Yes, if you place a 15-rupee weight and a 10-rupee weight in front of a child, the child will grab the 10-rupee weight instead of the 1-rupee weight, but an intelligent person knows that even though the 10-rupee weight is lighter to lift. But in reality, it is worth more than 10 rupees. This way of thinking was well understood by people of the past that concise and valuable words should be spoken. The example of the Holy Prophet is in this. But do not misunderstand this to mean that the Holy Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) could not deliver long sermons. Despite his old age, he once started the sermon in the morning and continued until evening. He would offer prayers on time, then start the sermon. So, it is not that he could not deliver long sermons. He could and did so when necessary, but he also delivered concise and valuable sermons that contained precious and weighty words. In reality, if there is no substance in the sermon, then it is nothing. And if there is substance in a concise sermon, then it is highly valuable. If you want to learn concise preaching, read the Quran. If you ponder over each word, lectures will start. Then the summary of the entire Quran is Surah Al-Fatihah, which is recited in daily prayers usually 30 to 50 times, but few know how many times they have completed the Quran. It is generally known that when Hazrat Ali mounted a horse, he would finish reciting the Quran between placing one foot in the stirrup and the other. Some have completely denied this, and some have considered it a miracle, but neither is entirely wrong nor a miracle. The fact is that Hazrat referred to Bukhari and Muslim regarding the book "Al-Musnad al-Mushkooqah fi al-Tasbeeh wa al-Tahmeed" from Sahih Muslim, the book of tribulations, the chapter of the Prophet's news until the Day of Judgment.

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Ali used to recite this verse of the Quran: سُبحَانَ الَّذِی سَخَّرَ لَنَا هَذَا وَمَا كُنَّا لَهُ مُقْرِنِينَ وَ إنا إلَى رَبَّنَا لَمُنْقَلِبُونَ (Surah Az-Zukhruf, 43:13). And those who recite a portion of the Quran and act upon it are better than those who recite the whole Quran but do not act. So, when Hazrat Ali used to recite this verse of the Quran, it seemed as if he had completed the Quran. The Surah Al-Fatihah that I have recited is a concise sermon that is both brief and easy to recite. There is no book in the world that can present issues comparable to those of the Holy Quran. Therefore, when you recite Surah Al-Fatihah, the verse اهدنا الصراط المستقیم (Guide us to the straight path) directs attention towards practical actions. Its initial verses guide towards beliefs, and the section starting with اهدنا الصراط المستقیم focuses on practical actions. These seven verses, if acted upon, will never lead one astray. May Allah grant me and you the ability to understand and act upon them. Ameen. (Al-Fazl, January 4)

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Reflect on the blessings of Allah. On January 10, Shah, Hazrat Anwar recited the Tashahhud, Ta'awwuz, and Surah Al-Fatihah, then said:

Praise be to Allah. Allah has provided numerous opportunities for humans to praise Him. His favors upon us are so immense that we cannot fully comprehend them. Our gratitude for His blessings has no limits, and our vocabulary lacks the words to express this gratitude. There is a famous incident where once Rangit Singh said in his court that the superiority of Islam as a religion is evident because the founder of Islam showed only one moon and one sun, but our groups have shown countless moons and endless suns. There was also a Muslim minister in the court. He asked for permission to respond. Rangit Singh granted him permission. The minister said, "If allowed, I will answer him." The minister called a sweeper to the court, and the sweeper was called. The minister asked the sweeper, "How many soldiers does the king have?" The sweeper replied, "Sir, there is no limit." The sweeper was sent back, and the minister asked to call a soldier from the army. The soldier appeared. The minister asked the same question. The soldier replied, "There are millions of soldiers in the king's army." The soldier was also sent back. Then the minister repeated the question to the general. The general said, "Your Excellency, the army consists of a hundred thousand soldiers." The minister then asked Rangit Singh, "Now, Your Excellency, tell us which of these three is knowledgeable." This conversation left Rangit Singh silent. It is evident that in the eyes of each person, the praise of endless and limitless knowledge is according to his own understanding.

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A poor person with fifteen rupees will consider someone with a hundred rupees as wealthy, and those with two to three hundred rupees will think of someone with a thousand or two thousand as extremely wealthy. And the one with a thousand or two thousand will regard someone with a hundred thousand as affluent, and the one with a hundred thousand will consider someone with a million as well-off, and the one with a million will perceive a hundred million as rich. So, each person will use endless and limitless words about others according to their knowledge. But each one's endless and limitless will be according to their understanding. So, we say that the praises of God have some limits, but our saying this is equivalent to saying endless and limitless about the one who clears this matter. Because what we consider endless in our comparison has a limit. Therefore, we do not have words with which we can thank God for His blessings and count those blessings. But how regretful it is that instead of being grateful for those blessings, we show ingratitude. Therefore, Allah Almighty has started Surah Al-Fatihah with praise and ended it with guidance and protection from going astray. Understand from the name of Allah or Alhamdulillah, in any case, both blessings and praise start and end with it, not on those who have incurred wrath nor those who have gone astray. It is mentioned in it that many people, instead of praising the blessings, become wrathful and astray. When they are given a blessing, they do not appreciate it. Rather, the appreciation of that blessing comes when it is taken away. After the Noble Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him), the series of caliphate under the grace and favor of Allah continued. As long as Muslims valued it. They were blessed with all kinds of blessings. Although at that time, the Arabs were considered extremely lowly. So when the Muslims attacked Iran, the Shah of Iran said that each soldier would be rewarded with five Ashrafis and every general would be given ten Ashrafis. If you return to your homes first, it is evident that in the eyes of Iranians, the Arabs were in a very lowly state. This is such a remarkable incident that when border people come to create chaos. If the British government agrees to suppress them through peace, they also suggest more than that. But if instead of peace, war is considered to suppress them. Then war is waged, and a lot of money has to be spent on it. But in the eyes of Iranians, the Arabs did not have as much value as the border troublemakers had in the eyes of the British. But it was the grace of Allah that those whom they considered lowly, they turned the thrones of kings upside down. Al-Farooq (Authored by Maulana Shibli Naumani, Part One) (Al-Fazl, January 10)

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This situation of Muslims continued until they failed to appreciate the blessing bestowed upon them during the caliphate, but when they became engrossed in wealth and arrogance, considering that blessing insignificant, they martyred Hazrat Uthman. Hazrat Uthman raised his hand against those instigators, but he indeed said, "See, you are killing me, but remember that after my martyrdom, hypocrisy will spread among Muslims to the extent that Muslims will not unite until the Day of Judgment. Hazrat Uthman was martyred, but the discord that ensued became continuous. Even when the Promised Messiah was sent and a turmoil arose, Muslims were divided every day, leading to the fragmentation of Muslims. And today, they are humiliated in their own eyes. Their condition is such that if a Muslim needs a servant, instead of hiring a Muslim, he prefers a Hindu. In the eyes of others, being humiliated is bad, but being humiliated in the eyes of one's own people is the height of disgrace. People were given the status of the Noble Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) and the Quran, but they did not appreciate it. They closed the doors of the Prophet's grace and said that he had passed away and was in his grave, but they said that the Messiah was alive and sitting with God. Then they closed the door of the Prophet's blessings and said that he had passed away and did not accept his kingship, but they allowed for the coming of the Messiah to reform the Muslim community. So, Muslims did not appreciate the Prophet's kingship and favored the rule of the Messiah. Therefore, Christian kings were imposed upon them, and one by one, Muslim empires were destroyed. This is a lesson for those who dishonored the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him). This is a place of great fear. Words come out of the mouth, but when the consequences emerge, it becomes clear that you should appreciate the blessings and favors of God. Remember that those who did not thank God for His blessings were destroyed. Today, the blessing you have received, or will receive in the future, it is your duty to be grateful for it because God is still present today. Do not consider the blessings of God small and insignificant. Because when a person understands the deal of God's blessings, he becomes worse than beasts. May Allah grant me and you the ability to understand this." (Al-Fazl, January 18)

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Taqwa (God-consciousness) is the key to seeking goodness from Allah the Almighty. January 17 After reciting Tashahhud, Ta'awwuz, and Surah Al-Fatihah, Hazrat said:

Praise be to Allah. Allah has provided numerous opportunities for humans to praise Him. His favors upon us are so immense that we cannot fully comprehend them. Our gratitude for His blessings has no limits, and our vocabulary lacks the words to express this gratitude. There is a famous incident where once Rangit Singh said in his court that the superiority of Islam as a religion is evident because the founder of Islam showed only one moon and one sun, but our groups have shown countless moons and endless suns. There was also a Muslim minister in the court. He asked for permission to respond. Rangit Singh granted him permission. The minister said, "If allowed, I will answer him." The minister called a sweeper to the court, and the sweeper was called. The minister asked the sweeper, "How many soldiers does the king have?" The sweeper replied, "Sir, there is no limit." The sweeper was sent back, and the minister asked to call a soldier from the army. The soldier appeared. The minister asked the same question. The soldier replied, "There are millions of soldiers in the king's army." The soldier was also sent back. Then the minister repeated the question to the general. The general said, "Your Excellency, the army consists of a hundred thousand soldiers." The minister then asked Rangit Singh, "Now, Your Excellency, tell us which of these three is knowledgeable." This conversation left Rangit Singh silent. It is evident that in the eyes of each person, the praise of endless and limitless knowledge is according to his own understanding.

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One can achieve what they desire. It should be remembered that there are means for every task. For supplication, there is a need for enthusiasm and sometimes waving the tongue is necessary. When a person puts their tongue into action, a zeal is born in their heart, and Allah Almighty opens their chest. This is what has been expressed in "Iyyaka na'budu wa iyyaka nasta'in" that we worship You alone and seek help only from You. When a person manifests their worship, the help and support of Allah become part of their current state, and they are granted the ability to pray with pain and anxiety. May Allah have mercy on all of us and grant us true success in supplication so that we may inherit His blessings and be saved from all kinds of difficulties and hardships. (Al-Fazl, January 25)

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Get the news of the community. January 13 After reciting Tashahhud, Ta'awwuz, and Surah Al-Fatihah, Hazrat Anwar recited the following verse from Surah Al-Baqarah:

It is not righteousness that you turn your faces towards the east or the west, but righteousness is in believing in Allah, the Last Day, the angels, the Book, and the prophets, and giving wealth, in spite of love for it, to relatives, orphans, the needy, the traveler, those who ask for help, and for freeing slaves, establishing prayer, and giving zakat. And [they who] fulfill their promise when they promise, and [they who] are patient in poverty and hardship and during battle. Those are the ones who have been true, and it is those who are the righteous. (Al-Baqarah, 2:177)

Then he said: Different people have different opinions about goodness and righteousness. Different groups have different perspectives on goodness. People of different backgrounds and eras have varying definitions of goodness. Arabs praise goodness differently, Persians have their own way, and Indians have their own way of praising goodness. Egyptians and Chinese have their own, and Iranians have a different perspective on goodness. In India, Hajis are highly regarded. Here, a person may strictly adhere to fasting, prayers, and other religious obligations, but how much they follow the rules is not why they are preferred over others. People generally prefer a Haji over others, even if the Haji has wasted all their time in useless activities during the pilgrimage and has not changed their behavior even after performing Hajj. And even if they are not strict in fasting and prayers. However, the expression of this person's goodness with the title "Haji" is associated with their name...

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In India, there are also those who perform Hajj. Generally, their purpose is merely seeking fame from the pilgrimage. Otherwise, there is no fear or awe of Allah in their hearts. The Promised Messiah (peace be upon him) used to say that on a railway platform, a blind man was sitting. A person removed his sheet. The blind man asked why he was taking away the poor man's sheet. "I have no other clothes; I will die in the cold." The sheet was returned to the man, but he asked how he knew that he was blind. The man replied that this is what Hajis do. The woman was familiar with him, and her eyes were not safe, but what she said was the voice of her nature. Yet, despite such a situation, generally, Hajis are considered very righteous and noble in India. But if you go to the Arabs, they will not consider Haj as righteousness; something else will be considered righteousness there. Kindness will be understood as righteousness in their nationality. If they praise someone for kindness, they will say that this person is very kind because he is generous. Similarly, when Islam spread in Europe, there, people considered fasting as a great act of righteousness. Because they were people who ate and drank excessively. So when they had to refrain from eating and drinking, they considered fasting to be the greatest act of righteousness. But in India, it is also considered a great act of righteousness that a person strictly follows the prayers. They will say that this person is very righteous. Why? Because he is committed to prayers. During the time of the Companions, if someone's praise was based on the commitment to prayers, they would fight. Because this is just the way it is. Like saying that a person is very brave because he stood on his own feet. Or that a person is very sharp-sighted because his mother was sitting next to him, and he recognized her. Or that this person has a very strong stomach because he digested a chickpea. So, bravery, sharp-sightedness, and strong stomach based on these criteria are quite ridiculous. Similarly, in the eyes of the Companions, the standard of a person's righteousness being based solely on the commitment to prayers was quite ridiculous. Because they were standing at a place of righteousness where considering the commitment to prayers as a great act of righteousness was a ridiculous matter. They considered great sacrifices for the religion and enduring severe trials as righteousness, in which these matters were more prominent. So, how righteous were they!

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So, the definition and praise of goodness vary in every era, country, and community. The verse I read emphasizes that turning towards the east or the west in prayer is not righteousness. If a person prays facing the qiblah but lacks sincerity and essence in their prayers, then turning in any direction holds no value. Because goodness is not about turning one's face in a specific direction; rather, it is about the quality that emerges in the heart and is manifested through actions. If those external actions lack the essence that stems from the heart, then these actions amount to nothing but a mere physical act of turning towards the qiblah, reciting prayers, fasting, or performing Hajj. These actions should be a reflection of the inner quality. If the essence of these acts is missing, they are like having a sword but no courage or weapon. The value of these actions is determined by the sincerity and purity of intention. This divine guidance teaches us to help orphans, captives, and the needy, to show compassion towards God's creation. It instructs us to alleviate the suffering of those in pain and distress. If there is no obedience to God along with prayer, no compassion towards His creation, then all these actions amount to nothing. I draw your attention to one of these signs, which is about nurturing and educating the community. There is no doubt that this is an extremely important matter, and the progress of any community depends on the progress of its individuals. When most individuals of a community are successful in the world's affairs, then that community can be considered successful. If they gather but cannot earn respect, they cannot be called honorable. The dignity and honor of a community depend on the dignity and honor of its individuals.

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Because a group is made up of individuals, it is the duty of a progressing group to think about the progress of its individuals, which some people do not consider. Their communities slowly break apart, and their strength diminishes. Islam has emphasized that those who are talented, resourceful, and wealthy have a duty to help the weak and provide assistance to those in need. Even among the weak, there are two types: the older youth who can somehow nurture themselves, and the weak and young children who lack intelligence and experience, so they cannot do anything for their own upbringing. Therefore, it is most important for us that here in Qadian, there is a large community of the affluent. Some of them leave their homelands and loved ones for Qadian and are separated from their children. If their children were here in their homeland, they could have been nurtured in some way, but they came here leaving all their loved ones and here they used to make their loved ones and relationships. And sometimes they come from external communities. And when their parents die, they somehow end up here. Now, in terms of local matters, it is the duty of the local community. It is also the duty of all communities. In terms of being local, it is the duty of the Qadian community. And in terms of being the center of all communities, it is also the duty of external communities. Until now, no better suggestion could be made regarding the communities. Attention has been paid to the expenses, but now I have ordered that a list of all expenses be prepared, whether they are from Qadian or from outside. When the list is prepared, their expenses will be distributed among the community. And to a large extent, the responsibility for their upbringing will be on the central Qadian community. Some suggestions have been made for orphanages, but they are not yet complete. For example, some children are kept in people's homes, but the flaw in this is that some people take advantage of the children and do not care about their education and upbringing. And it has also been suggested to build an orphanage, but apparently, there is a need for high expenses for the orphanage, and our community bears more than it can handle.

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Some suggestions have been made for orphanages, but they are not yet complete. For example, some children are kept in people's homes, but the flaw in this is that some people take advantage of the children and do not care about their education and upbringing. It has also been suggested to build an orphanage, but apparently, there is a need for high expenses for the orphanage, and our community bears more than it can handle. Therefore, it is most important for us that here in Qadian, there is a large community of the affluent. Some of them leave their homelands and loved ones for Qadian and are separated from their children. If their children were here in their homeland, they could have been nurtured in some way, but they came here leaving all their loved ones and here they used to make their loved ones and relationships. And sometimes they come from external communities. And when their parents die, they somehow end up here. Now, in terms of local matters, it is the duty of the local community. It is also the duty of all communities. In terms of being local, it is the duty of the Qadian community. And in terms of being the center of all communities, it is also the duty of external communities. Until now, no better suggestion could be made regarding the communities. Attention has been paid to the expenses, but now I have ordered that a list of all expenses be prepared, whether they are from Qadian or from outside. When the list is prepared, their expenses will be distributed among the community. And to a large extent, the responsibility for their upbringing will be on the central Qadian community. Some suggestions have been made for orphanages, but they are not yet complete. For example, some children are kept in people's homes, but the flaw in this is that some people take advantage of the children and do not care about their education and upbringing. It has also been suggested to build an orphanage, but apparently, there is a need for high expenses for the orphanage, and our community bears more than it can handle. (Al-Fazl, February 6)

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Acquire true knowledge. February 6 After reciting Tashahhud, Ta'awwuz, and Surah Al-Fatihah, Hazrat Anwar said, "The word Tawhid, which is recited at the beginning of every sermon, lecture, and sermon, and which is the belief and faith of all Muslims, that it is the central point of Islam and the summary of the religion of the Holy Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him). It draws the attention of Muslims to the matters that, due to not paying attention and neglecting them, a person moves away from knowledge and becomes distant from Islam, and weakness in beliefs and deviation in actions arise. Because this word includes those essential matters that are necessary for the correctness of beliefs and actions. When a person does not understand this, they deviate from the straight path here and there, leave the path of moderation, and fall into darkness and ignorance. This is the same word by which the Prophets, the Truthful, the Martyrs, and the Righteous attained the rank of closeness to Allah, and on the other hand, due to not knowing this word, a being gave himself the name of Satan. But despite many reading this word, doubts arise in their hearts, and they do not become those with perfect faith who remain steadfast in every difficulty, pain, and every beginning. Instead, there are many who stumble over trivial matters, and their faith wavers. There is no doubt that there are many who leave worldly benefits for the sake of religion. However, sometimes due to a minor matter, they cannot maintain their faith, and their stability is shaken by small things. There is no doubt that there are many who sacrifice worldly benefits for the sake of religion. However, sometimes due to a minor matter, they cannot maintain their faith, and their stability is shaken by small things. It is not for the sake of a minor matter that they cannot maintain their faith, and their stability is shaken by small things. It is only due to ignorance of this word. They read it a lot, but La ilaha illallah...

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Many are not well aware of the true meaning of sacrifice. Among them are those who, due to religious zeal, abandon their wealth, properties, homelands, and even their own selves and relatives, but stumble over a trivial matter. Their sacrifices are driven by zeal, but since they lack complete knowledge, they cannot remain steadfast. People of every religion make sacrifices due to religious zeal. For instance, Christians also make great sacrifices, although Christianity is not the true religion. But despite this, there is zeal for sacrifice among their women. In some regions, Christian women are divided into pieces. But immediately, others take their place. However, among Christians, there are many who spend a large part of their lives in the service of the mission with great zeal, but towards the end of their lives, they start questioning Christianity. This is because they always keep coming up with new objections, and the founders of these new sects are usually those who have spent a large part of their lives in the service of Christianity. So, they make sacrifices, but since they are not under the influence of true knowledge, they cannot be called sacrifices. But a person who sacrifices under the influence of true knowledge has zeal and sincerity. However, when he does not find it according to his expectations, he separates from it and falls into severe trials. Then there is a child who sees his mother, recognizes her, and hugs her. But when the mother looks at him from behind, she feels embarrassed and separates from him, and he runs towards her with sincerity and true love. But when he truly understands her, he separates from her. Similarly, a person who sacrifices in a state of ignorance has zeal and sincerity, but when he does not find it according to his expectations, he separates from it and falls into severe trials. Then there is a child who sees his mother, recognizes her, and hugs her. But when the mother looks at him from behind, she feels embarrassed and separates from him, and he runs towards her with sincerity and true love. But when he truly understands her, he separates from her. In this situation, whether the mother separates him or not, just as in the season of heat, the mother becomes sweaty. And the child hugs her, and she separates him. But despite sweating and getting angry and in some situations even getting slapped, he does not leave his mother. Instead, the more she hits him, the more he clings to her. Indeed, the person who attains the true knowledge of Allah never gets perturbed by calamities, sorrows, and trials, and he will not move his foot even a bit.

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Indeed, he grows in obedience and compliance, but where there is a lack of understanding. So, she separates and opens the door. So, La ilaha illallah is the essence of Islam. And it is that thing by which all kinds of doubts and suspicions are dispelled. There is a narration from the Holy Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him). When the Holy Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) passed away, Hazrat Uthman said, "I wished to ask the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) - How can we save ourselves from the Satan that whispers in ourselves?" So, Hazrat Abu Bakr was asked about it. Hazrat Abu Bakr replied that he had inquired about it from the Holy Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him). He said, "You should say what I have commanded you to say, and he did not say it." What was that saying that the Holy Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) had commanded his uncle to say? It was the declaration of the Oneness of Allah. Hazrat Ali mentioned to his uncle Abu Talib at the time of his demise that if you recite the declaration of the Oneness of Allah once, I will be able to intercede for you on the Day of Judgment. But they replied that they feared their tribe, as if I recite this declaration, they will say that Abu Talib was afraid of his nephew at the time of his death. That is why I adhere to the same religion that I found my forefathers on. So, the Holy Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) informed Hazrat Ali that whoever wants to be saved from the Satanic whispers should do what I had commanded my uncle to do. This declaration saves a person from Satanic whispers. The whispers that arise in a person's heart come from words. Firstly, that he wants to obtain some things, but they do not happen. Or he wants some things not to happen, but they happen due to them. For example, he wants all his desires to be fulfilled. None of them have any obstacles, and some things he wants to avoid. He wants to remain safe from sorrows, afflictions, and calamities, but sorrows, afflictions, and calamities nurture him. These are the two things.

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People fall into trials and whispers. But one should understand that it is not possible for all their desires to be fulfilled and to avoid any suffering. When Hazrat Khalifatul Masih I was about to depart from his teacher, he requested some advice. His teacher said, "You are not God." Hazrat Maulvi Sahib asked, "How does a person become God?" He replied, "When a person wants what he desires to happen just as he wishes, and nothing against it ever occurs, then that person steps outside humanity and wants to become God. Because it is not the honor of a human that whatever he wishes is fulfilled; this is a divine attribute. Whatever He wills, happens under His command. And there is no one who can interfere with His will. In reality, many doubts arise due to the desire to become God. If a person ponders, they will realize that such whispers that are pure and based on correct knowledge are rare. Perhaps one out of a hundred is genuine. Otherwise, doubts arise in the hearts of people, and these doubts are related to hidden motives and arise in their hearts. Satan seizes them. It has been said that one doubt is genuine, and if looked at from a different perspective, it will be known that one out of a hundred is genuine. Otherwise, doubts arise in the hearts of people, and these doubts are related to hidden motives and arise in their hearts. Satan seizes them. It has been said that doubts arise in the hearts of people, and these doubts are related to hidden motives and arise in their hearts. Satan seizes them. It is due to ignorance of this word. They read it a lot, but La ilaha illallah...

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But those children who bear responsibilities in the beginning, in them, the element of endurance is produced. And they are not perturbed even by severe trials. So, I advise you to make your shoulders strong. God is a being in whom whatever He wills, happens. If a person's desire is not fulfilled, then he should understand that he is a human, not God. Those who work with impatience are always humiliated. May Allah have mercy on you and remove your weaknesses, and grant you true knowledge, piety, and sincere devotion so that you may partake in the light of Allah, which is spreading in the world. (Al-Fazl, February 6)

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Means of Success February 14 at the Lahore Station) After reciting Tashahhud, Ta'awwuz, and Surah Al-Fatihah, Hazrat Anwar recited Surah Al-Asr:

"By time, indeed, mankind is in loss, except for those who have believed and done righteous deeds and advised each other to truth and advised each other to patience." (Al-Asr)

For the success and progress of a person, Allah has set certain laws. By ignoring them or going against them, if a person desires to be successful, then he cannot be successful. In reality, a human is kept within a circle, but he cannot go beyond it. And every human has a limit to his strength. No matter how strong and powerful a person is, there is a limit to his strength. He cannot go further. Then there are human heights. Some are tall, some are short, but they also have a limit that a short person will be so tall and a tall person will be so tall. It will not happen that a fifty-foot tall person is found. Such people may be found in storybooks, but they will not be found in the world. Then there is a limit to every knowledge and skill. It is impossible to go beyond it. So, there are certain limits set by Allah for everything. Breaking them, if someone wants to benefit themselves or harm their opponent, then they can never be successful. Success will only come when one adheres to the rules set by Allah. This is where every person who wants to be successful should adhere to them.

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It is necessary to understand the purpose and objective for which one stands. To achieve that, one must look at the means Allah has prescribed for attaining success. At this moment, the Surah I recited points to a specific matter that Allah has alluded to, and I wish to share that with you. Allah says, "By time, indeed, mankind is in loss, except for those who have believed and done righteous deeds and advised each other to truth and advised each other to patience." This verse presents a testimony. You see, all humans are in loss. Whatever is related to humans leads to decline. But there is one thing that, when possessed, propels one forward and never backward. Such a person continues to achieve progress. Descent never comes to him. And that is when "except for those who have believed and done righteous deeds." On the surface, this may seem like a common understanding - to believe and do righteous deeds. But I want to tell you something beyond that. Because this verse does not only mean what common people understand. There is another layer to it. And in this way, when only "those who have believed" are mentioned, there are further meanings when "and done righteous deeds" is added. But when both are combined and read together, more meanings emerge. And all those things that Allah has created, in them, a point is found that when they are singular, they have a color and essence. And when two things combine, my conclusion is drawn. Similarly, in this verse, it is about the person who acts with reason. It is certain that complete faith results in righteous deeds, and it is simply impossible for a person to believe in something and then not act accordingly, which is known to be poisonous. He never consumes what he knows has a snake in it. He never puts his finger where he knows there is a scorpion. And he never enters a jungle where he knows there is a lion. So, faith has the power to compel a person to act and it is impossible for faith and certainty not to lead to action. And a person who acts...

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People at that time turn away from religion, leaving the messengers of God, showing ingratitude until they do not have knowledge and certainty. If they come to know how exalted and supreme the essence of Allah is, how vast His grace is, and how beneficial it is to follow His guidance, then it is impossible for them to remain indifferent. Similarly, if they realize that so-and-so is the messenger of God and has been sent by God, then it is impossible for them not to believe. Then when it becomes clear to them that this is a divine inspiration and it is for their benefit, it is impossible for them to be ungrateful. It may happen that someone is deceived, and they claim that they have faith, but in reality, they do not. Just as it is said about someone that they love, but in reality, they do not, and the truth is revealed in time. Similarly, a person may think that they have faith, but in reality, they do not, yet it is impossible for faith to exist without righteous deeds. Because Allah says that whoever believes will be compelled to do righteous deeds. But in this Surah, Allah not only guides to believe but also commands to do righteous deeds after believing. Now the question arises, why was there a need to mention "Believe" and then "Do righteous deeds"? When a person believes, they are compelled to do righteous deeds, and the necessary consequence of faith is to perform righteous deeds. So why was it not enough to just have faith? There is wisdom in this. In reality, when the phrase "Believe" is separate and "Do righteous deeds" is separate, it means what common people understand. But when these two phrases are combined, additional meanings emerge. And those are that true faith results in righteous deeds, and faith is such that a person understands it with certainty and then acts accordingly. Sometimes we see that because of flaws in intention and recognition, a person does not become the real means of success. It seems that their action is not righteous, and thus they fail. It seems that faith compels them to act, but they do not act according to the means prescribed by Allah for the outcome. We see that many people believe, perform prayers, observe fasts, and undertake pilgrimages, yet they remain humiliated and disgraced in the world. This is because they do not adhere to the means...

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People do not pay attention to what Allah has decreed and the means through which success and prosperity are achieved. The example of such people is like a person who knows that the earth is round and that America is on the opposite side. But instead of traveling from Lahore to a port, boarding a ship, and then traveling to America, he decides to dig a tunnel through the earth to reach America. Where will he end up? He will not achieve anything except failure and loss. Because he did not choose the means prescribed by Allah for success in that endeavor. So, the guidance in "Believe and do righteous deeds" is that a person should not only bring faith and perform righteous deeds but that their actions should be in accordance with the means prescribed by Allah for them. Some people are deceived by the words "capability" and "benefit." Although in Arabic, these words are always used in good meanings. Nowadays, when people say that something is beneficial, it means that hypocrisy has been spoken. But in Arabic, it is not so. In Arabic, the word "benefit" is used in the context of correct and permissible means. So, the meaning of "Believe and do righteous deeds" is to bring faith and then act. But those actions should be righteous. Meaning, the actions should be in accordance with the means prescribed by Allah for them. If you want to avoid failure, if you want to be protected from losses and damages, then bring faith and act. But let those actions be righteous. Meaning, act in accordance with the means prescribed by Allah for them. For example, a person at a time when Jihad is ongoing, when disbelievers are killing Muslims, and the battle has begun, continues to offer prayers like the Libyan style. So, it is righteous in itself, but it cannot be considered righteous in terms of the occasion and time. Because the means for success at that time were not acted upon. And it will not result in the enemy fleeing. Look, in every aspect, the greatest human being was the Holy Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him). But even he had to raise the sword against those enemies who raised swords against Islam. It was not just about starting prayers. Instead, even you had to raise the sword against those people to protect your rights who had taken up arms against Islam. It was not that prayers alone were initiated. Instead, you also had to raise the sword at that time. There is no doubt that you also prayed for success at that time.

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As in the Battle of Badr, a separate place was designated for prayers, and you offered so many prayers that Hazrat Abu Bakr (may Allah be pleased with him) said, "Does God's promise of victory not apply to you?" You replied, "The promise is there, but I fear its abundance." So, my statement does not mean that prayer and worship are not necessary for success. They are necessary, but alone, they cannot keep the enemy at bay. Look, if the Companions did not wield swords to confront the enemies and only kept praying, they would never have been successful. Because at that time, the means for success were in righteous actions, such as engaging in sword combat with the sword and defeating the enemy through it. Or now, in this era where various doubts and suspicions against Islam are being raised. Various objections are being made. Strange doubts are being spread. But for countering them, if a person starts keeping fasts, then indeed fasting is a good deed, but it is not the righteous action required for achieving success. In this case, the efficacy of such an action will be nullified. So, if someone observes fasts, they should also perform righteous deeds. This will lead to the purification of their soul. However, for achieving success in countering the enemies of Islam, the prescribed means must be acted upon. Because at that time, the means set by Allah for success should be followed. The Holy Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) and his companions at that time not only worked for the purification and clarity of their souls through prayers and supplications but also wielded swords against the enemies. Similarly, even in this era, success can be achieved through the means prescribed. Acting upon them is essential. Prayers, fasting, and supplications are necessary for achieving success, but Muhammad and his helper will indeed be needed for that success. However, acting upon the actual means is extremely crucial. At this moment, I draw your attention to the fact that many people have not yet participated in this service. Those who have not pledged allegiance to God's messengers and caliphs, referring to the book "Al-Maghazi" by Imam Bukhari, in the context of the Battle of Badr, citing the biography of the Seal of the Prophets, Part Two, Page 13.

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It is necessary and essential. There is no doubt that many people, after becoming Ahmadis, have made significant reforms. They were thieves, drunkards, liars, did not offer prayers, did not fast, did not perform Hajj, did not give Zakat, and now they act upon the commandments of the Sharia. But they do not engage in the great task of the advancement of Islam that was there. In their souls, there is reformation and purification, but they cannot be included among the victors who, on the Day of Judgment, will be declared as those who confronted Satan and achieved victory by defeating him and manifested the truth of Islam in the world. They will be like those who perform minor tasks behind the victorious army and will not be included among those whose heads will be raised on the Day of Judgment, declaring that they confronted Satan and achieved victory over him by confronting him and manifested the truth of Islam in the world. They will be the ones who will perform righteous deeds and act upon the means prescribed by Allah for success in that era.

So, I draw your attention to consider whether the work we are doing is in line with the means prescribed by Allah for our success. Firstly, it should be observed whether our work is necessary for the reformation of the self, which is essential for the development of high morals. But at this moment, I do not want to mention those obligations without which no believer can exist, but I want to mention those which are necessary for the believers. My question to them is whether they are engaged in the work of the army they have entered. I have already mentioned that the work of this army is to repel the attacks of Satan and to raise the flag of Islam. At this time, since attacks on Islam are being made with evidence, deficiencies are being created in Islam, objections and doubts are being raised against Islam, the defense can only be done through pen and tongue, for which some things are necessary. For example, those who use films, to reach their written material to people, money is needed. Therefore, language cannot be used until the conditions of the enemy are known. Therefore, it is necessary to understand the objections of the enemy, and then after spending time, service to Islam can be done through pen and tongue. Sacrificing money is necessary for this work. Sacrificing time...

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It is necessary to acquire knowledge and remain steadfast in trials. Therefore, it is essential to remember that those who invite people towards God, remove them from darkness, and strive to guide them are also tested because Allah wants to show that since these teachings reach people, no one can be successful unless they adhere to them. So, those who show steadfastness among them are the successful ones. Therefore, it is said, "And they enjoin what is right and forbid what is wrong, and they are among the successful." When faith is present and righteous deeds are performed, they teach and help each other. When a trial comes upon a believer, he says, "It is true, I am ready to die in the cause of God, but what is it?" So, all these things must be kept in mind, and action must be taken. Because until these are not present, success cannot be achieved. So, you must remember them and examine your soul to see if these are present or not. Someone who only gives charity and does not preach is not among the successful. Or someone who acquires knowledge but does not act upon spreading it is not among the successful. Or someone who provides the means to spread knowledge but does not sacrifice their time is not among the successful. Or someone who acts upon all these things but does not remain steadfast in trials is not among the successful. Yes, those in whom all these things are found, who acquire knowledge and provide the means to spread it, sacrifice their time, and remain steadfast in trials, they will be among the successful. So, you must remember that you have a great responsibility, and those who have such a great responsibility should think deeply. May Allah grant you success in remaining steadfast on beliefs that are correct and true in the sight of Allah. And may He grant you success in acting upon the means that are prescribed for success?" (Al-Fazl, February 25, 6th)

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31st 21st February, Shah, Lahore

Since speaking continuously for several days and conversing with many companions has caused some discomfort in the throat, and I understand that it will be difficult for the voice to reach the women. Therefore, the intention is to offer a brief sermon after reciting the prayers and then Hafiz Roshan Ali Sahib will memorize it. Islam bestows many favors upon us and through it, the pleasure and proximity of Allah Almighty can be attained. Through it, the favors and grace of Allah can be absorbed. For you, certain responsibilities and duties have also been prescribed. It is not burdensome as it was before Islam. No religion is equal to Islam. And no religion has the promises of rewards like the followers of Islam, but there is no doubt that the responsibilities assigned to Muslims are not for others. It is correct that people were assigned a few responsibilities. For example, there may be certain types of vessels. There may be a certain type of clothing, but the way in Islam, every matter is given a lesson and rule under an arrangement and is instructed to remain prepared for Allah Almighty and no other religion has been given the command to worship in the way Muslims have the five daily prayers. Then there is no religion in which a specific day is designated in a week for congregation. Similarly, this series reaches Hajj, and for a believer, a lot of time is spent in worship in their life, but in no other religion are there regulations for worship like in Islam. Neither for fasting, nor for Hajj, nor for Zakat. Only Islam is the one that has imposed such regulations on its followers. With this detail, the fine ethical points that were not understood at that time are not mentioned in the early books. And those delicate ethical matters for which humans were not prepared to understand at that time were not explained. Instead, broad statements were made. For example, if a Prophet came at a time and said that the confrontation of hardship...

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It is necessary to respond to hardships with corresponding measures and to respond to ease with ease. It is as if every believer's duty is to contemplate and decide for themselves what they wish to do in a given situation. Should the response to hardship be with severity or with gentleness? Where the Muslim community has progressed in the face of other nations, responsibilities have also increased. Therefore, it is the duty of a believer to understand their responsibilities and not fall prey to deception. For if they are informed that they are among those on whom Allah has bestowed His blessings and not among those who have incurred His wrath or gone astray, and yet they do not become better while being in a position of advantage, then they are not fulfilling their obligations. Hence, it is incumbent upon a believer to comprehend their responsibilities and not fall into deception, for if they are told that they are among those who have been favored and not among those who have incurred wrath, and yet they do not become better while being in a position of advantage, then they are not fulfilling their obligations. Many fail to understand this, and they desire to be pleased with it and engage in displays of happiness. They should be busy in showing their commitment. Because without the help of Allah, no one can succeed. May Allah grant you success and make you the heirs of those promises given to you through the Seal of the Prophets, Muhammad, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him, and Hazrat Mirza Ghulam Ahmad, the Promised Messiah? (Al-Fazl, 1st March, Shah)

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During the days of the gathering, the responsibilities of the companions of Qadian

After reciting Tashahhud, Ta'awwuz, and the recitation of Surah Al-Fatihah, Hazrat said: "According to the wisdom of Allah Almighty, the days of March are more suitable for the gathering than the days of April, as landowners are more available in March. Due to the large number of people coming from all sides during this annual gathering, it becomes difficult for the speakers to manage. Therefore, after contemplation, consultation, and advice, it was decided that the gathering will be held in the days of March. Because in comparison to April, landowners are more free in March, as a large number of people come from all sides during this annual gathering due to the grace of Allah. This makes it difficult for the organizers. Therefore, I draw the attention of all my companions that only those people are not sufficient for the organization who are involved in this work during the year, and not just the students of the schools. Most of the work during the days of the gathering falls on both schools, meaning both students and teachers work. But besides them, other people are also involved in the work. In my view, except for a few shopkeepers who have this time to buy and sell, they are exempt. It is the duty of all other companions to assist the organizers so that those coming from outside do not face any difficulties. Every person has to become a helper at some point, and they can understand how troublesome traveling can be. Travel greatly affects health because certain things are needed for the maintenance of health. It is necessary to bear hardships in traveling. For the establishment of health, certain foods are required. It is difficult to bear the discomfort of eating food that is suitable for health. Then, in a solitary place, arrangements can be made for only one type of food. For example, a person goes to someone's house, and that person provides various types of food for them, but in these gatherings, various types of food cannot be provided. Only one type of food is available at a specific time.

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So, on such occasions, suitable things cannot be found, nor can places be found that are comfortable to rest fully. Nor is the complete arrangement of beds made. Then, the bed that accompanies during travel is also not enough. Due to these times, a kind of weakness is generated in a person, and they become irritable. It is true that the more strength a person has, the more patient they will be, but the weaker they are, the more irritable they will be. So, for those with weak health, traveling is very troublesome. Travel is also difficult for guests, and for hosts, it is also challenging during large gatherings. Our school students are enthusiastic about serving the guests during those days. And they do it joyfully, but since they do not have the experience, they cannot fully understand the needs of the guests. Therefore, those who are experienced should be appointed to take care of these children. So, those who can do this work should lend a hand in the comfort of the guests, but this should be done soon so that officers can recommend work for those people. If it is said on time, they will not be able to recommend work for them. Because recommending suitable work for someone is also a matter of great consideration, so one should present their services quickly so that they can be entrusted with that work comfortably. The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said that honoring and respecting guests is part of faith. They want their loved ones to increase their faith by providing their guests with comfort and ease as much as possible. May Allah grant you success. Ameen.

(Al-Fazl, March 6, Shah)

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Do not close the doors of divine blessings. 7th March 1919, Shah, Lahore

After reciting Tashahhud, Ta'awwuz, and the recitation of Surah Al-Fatihah, Hazrat said: "Every adult and sane Muslim has been obligated to perform the five daily prayers and in addition to the Sunnah prayers, which are called Nawafil, they read some more to seek the pleasure of Allah Almighty. These Nawafil are generally called Sunnah and are known as Tahajjud prayers at specific times. In all these obligations and Sunnah prayers, Surah Al-Fatihah is recited in every Rak'ah, in which a person addresses Allah by saying, 'Guide us on the Straight Path.' This prayer is made abundantly by a Muslim and not just once, not twice, not thrice, not four times, not five times, not six times, not seven times, not eight times, not nine times, not ten times, but nearly fifty times daily. The prayer made once has an effect, but the prayer made abundantly should have a significant impact. People are such that if they walk a path once, they do not forget it, but there are also many who do. If someone walks a path two or three times, they do not forget it. But those who walk a path nearly fifty times in a day cannot forget that path. No one forgets the path to their home because they have to come and go several times. Some people are such that they have to come to the house only half a time. For example, they leave in the morning and return in the evening, and some are such that they do not leave the house two or four times. And if someone is considered who has to come and go the most, it is known...

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It might happen that someone comes and goes to the house fifteen to twenty times due to some extraordinary reason, otherwise generally people do not come and go more than twice, and in any case not more than ten to fifteen times, and some people wait for many days. Despite this, no one ever forgets the way to their home. If a person has to pass a path fifty times a day, it means that he used to sleep on that path. Some people have a condition that they get up from their bed and stand up straight from their sleep, and sometimes they reach a very dangerous place. If their family members find out, they catch them, but when they are told that they walked in this way and reached there, they are amazed and ask, "Is this true?" Similarly, some children cry out while sleeping. Then they are turned over and when they sit up, they start kicking. The person who walks a path in a state of sleep does not forget it, but the one who walks a path while awake cannot forget it in any way, whether it is once or fifty times. So, a Muslim recites the prayer of Surah Al-Fatihah, "Guide us on the Straight Path," fifty times daily. A waking person cannot forget the path under the law of nature. Because if a person does a task four to five times daily, he will always remember it in his mind, but the task done fifty times. He can never forget it. If he is made to do it in a waking state. For example, a person eats twice a day, he will never forget that food, or for example, a person applies for a government job. And when his application is accepted, he will never say that he did not apply. Nowadays, squares are sold. If a landowner applies and his application is accepted, he will never say that he did not apply. So if people do not forget their single request, then when they request God fifty times and then the effects of its acceptance become apparent, why do they deny it? They pray and request fifty times that Allah guides them, and God Almighty provides them with the means of guidance thousands of times. They leave the mosque praying that the act of seeking guidance from Allah Almighty continues for them, but instead of accepting it, they deny it saying that they did not seek guidance. It is as if, seeking refuge in Allah, they have also considered God Almighty as a child.

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As people usually do with children, they want to hold the child's hand but when the child wants to come with open arms, they move their hands away. Or they want to give it to their mother. When she comes to take it, they don't give it and feel happy. Similarly, people have understood Allah Almighty that they ask Him repeatedly. When He gives, they deny. How can we be sure that what is given is the result of our prayer? The easiest and simplest way to find out is when a person goes to someone's door and knocks, do they wait for the door to open or not? Similarly, when someone sends a letter to a friend or submits a request to the government, they wait for every mail and ask repeatedly if the reply has come or not. Similarly, when a person presents the request of seeking guidance from Allah Almighty multiple times a day in all their work, whether it is related to trade, agriculture, or any other profession, they should consider if the response to this work is the answer to my request for "Guide us on the Straight Path" or not. But it is surprising that people ask Allah repeatedly and yet do not remember it. They deny it because their daily requests are accepted, so they deny that they did not make a request. As mentioned, people also deal with Allah as they do with children. They ask when He gives, they deceive. Those who deal with God Almighty in this way are in a very dangerous state because laughing at God destroys a person and deprives them of all blessings and grace. When a person prays, they should accept the favors of Allah Almighty and not try to reject those heavenly blessings. Some people may say how can this be and why it is possible that a person rejects the favors of Allah Almighty, but this incident happens, and it happens daily that a person, immersed in ego and pride, rejects the blessings of Allah and does not even realize that they are rejecting God's blessings. Reflect on the first nations who rejected the blessings of God, and I was one of such glory and splendor that had nothing, but they closed the doors of God's favors upon themselves. You too can close them if you wish.

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They turned away from God and considered His blessings insignificant, so God also removed His mercy from them. Because Allah is jealous. It is not acceptable that people continue to undervalue His blessings and yet expect to receive them. So, He does not like those who devalue His blessings and close the doors of His favors even after being favored. Those who have had bitter experiences and rejected the blessings of God have also been rejected. I warn you to appreciate the blessings of God. Do not think that there is no one among you who devalues the blessings of God; there are some who do not value the blessings and favors of God. Those who do so should remember that if they do not return, they will forever close the doors of God's favors upon themselves. It is regrettable for those who close the doors of God's favors that He wants to open. May Allah be merciful to you and me and not make us among those who block His blessings and favors, plunging themselves into eternal torment, but grant us the success to be drawn towards His favors. Amen." (Al-Fazl, 29th March 1414)

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Listen carefully to the best advice given 13th March, Shah, Masjid Noor

And those who avoid the major sins and immoralities, and when they are angry, they forgive. And those who have responded to their Lord and established prayer and whose affair is [determined by] consultation among themselves, and from what We have provided them, they spend. And those who, when tyranny strikes them, they defend themselves. And the retribution for an evil act is an evil one like it, but whoever pardons and makes reconciliation - his reward is [due] from Allah. Indeed, He does not like wrongdoers. And whoever avenges himself after having been wronged - those have not upon them any cause [for blame]. The cause is only against the ones who wrong the people and tyrannize upon the earth without right. Those will have a painful punishment. And whoever is patient and forgives - indeed, that is of the matters [requiring] determination.

Before I elaborate on this verse that I have just recited, let me make it clear that due to a very prolonged illness that has not yet been completely cured, I may not be able to meet those friends according to their intentions. However, as far as Allah wills, I will try to meet those friends. Since my health is very weak and nature becomes anxious with more exertion, I have arranged that a few friends meet me under an arrangement. Friends should not be dissatisfied with these organizers who are appointed to arrange meetings. Those appointed to arrange meetings should not be dissatisfied with those who are appointed to arrange meetings. It has been happening in previous gatherings that when taking the pledge, friends used to place their hands on my back, but now if someone touches my back, it starts causing discomfort in your heart. Therefore, if friends keep this in mind, I hope that with the grace of Allah, I will also be able to meet them. And I will not be in discomfort. After this, I draw the attention of all those friends who come to Qadian from outside that Allah says, "And those who avoid the major sins and immoralities, and when they are angry, they forgive."

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The human - those who avoid such vile entities in which there is material for rebellion. That is, those who do not pay attention to them, but instead turn their attention towards God and bow down to Him. For such people, there is good news. Good news means such great news that the color of the face changes, whether it is good or bad - if it is bad, the color of the face fades, as if some incident has occurred, such as a calamity on someone's property or life or honor. Or news of a fight, causing the color to fade. Such news is also called good news. It can only be determined by clues whether this word has been used in good meanings or bad. And in the same way, if it is used in good meanings, then at that time its effect is that blood is produced on the face. So, it is said that those who do not follow such vile souls and bow towards Allah are indeed blessed. Yes, it is good news for them. It is good news for them that their faces brighten up and turn red. Then it was said, "So give good tidings to My servants who listen to speech and follow the best of it. Those are the ones Allah has guided, and those are people of understanding." From this, it is clear that if you want to hear good news, there is only one way, and that is to make yourself such that you listen to words and accept the best ones. Humans have to listen to many things daily, some from their wives, some from children, some from friends, some from enemies, some from rulers, some from business associates, countless things have to be heard. But it is not that every word that falls into the ear is followed. No, the believer is not one of those who stop the words that hinder the path of God and are against His pleasure. He rejects them and accepts those in accordance with the divine will and satisfaction. You people come here to your respective congregations and the purpose of your coming here is not related to religious matters. And think about your responsibilities that you have.

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Day by day, the numbers are increasing. Among you are many who come once a year, some who come two or three times, and some who come more frequently, and some who come after many years. Now, those of you who spend your time and resources, leaving your work aside, it is your duty to spend this time correctly and fulfill the purpose of coming here. I now draw your attention towards the Holy Quran. It states that hypocrites come to gatherings but do not pay attention to what is being said there. It is your duty that when you come, pay attention and ponder over the work and what is being presented to you. Listen to it as you are here for this purpose only. Some people have a habit of attending gatherings but fall asleep or their attention is only on the speaker's words or gestures, and whatever the speaker says, they remain indifferent. Therefore, they cannot benefit from it at all. Because if a person goes to a doctor and the doctor prescribes a medicine, but instead of taking the medicine, the patient hits himself on the head with it, what benefit will he get? Nothing. Those who waste their time in this way lose time and ruin their wealth. They do not derive any benefit, and for them, a sincere warning comes of loss, destruction, and disgrace because they did not derive any benefit and just came and went as they used to. In every era, there are such people. Once, a person came to Hazrat Shah Abdul Aziz and said, "People fall asleep during the sermon, but they listen attentively to the dancer's movements. What is the reason for this? Because that person has...

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The mention of religious matters led to laughter, so Hazrat Shah Sahib responded appropriately at the right moment. He asked, "Does anyone sleep in the bathroom? One sleeps where the soul finds peace." This response was correct in the context of the occasion, but the truth is that those who sleep during sermons are the ones who are negligent, and those who do not pay attention to the sermon. It is well known that Baba Nanak Sahib once stood up to pray behind a Mullah, but during the prayer, he broke the prayer and went to a separate room to pray. When the congregation was over, the Mullah became dissatisfied and said, "You did not pray behind us." Baba Sahib replied, "You used to pray in different places, sometimes in Peshawar, sometimes in Kabul, sometimes in Delhi, sometimes in Multan. Since I did not have the strength to travel so much, I broke the intention and prayed separately." So, the Mullah prayed, but his thoughts wandered here and there. Therefore, his prayer was not sincere from the heart. Some people bring distant news to the sermon but are indifferent to what is happening in front of them. Some listen but do not understand or benefit from it. They do not pay attention to where the speaker makes mistakes in words, rhythm, movements, topics, and meanings. Once a person came to Hazrat Masih-e-Ma'ud (peace be upon him) from Lucknow and kept talking. In the end, he asked, "Will you be the Promised Messiah? You cannot recite the Quran correctly." Hazrat Maulvi Abdul Latif Sahib (martyr) was touching the feet of Hazrat Sahib. He wanted to slap the person, but Hazrat Sahib stopped him. So, some people listen to the sermon, but with the intention of seeing where the speaker makes mistakes. They do not pay attention to the merits. Therefore, it is the duty of a believer to listen attentively to every small and big thing, and act upon what is practical and of high quality. If you wish to become true believers, become lovers of Allah. But you want to reach that destination by jumping, whereas earthly progress can be achieved step by step. It is not that we have grasped one thing. It is sufficient for our salvation. The lover's rule is that he faces calamities and disasters in the path of the beloved with great enthusiasm. Those sent by Allah

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The obligations are fulfilled. One acts upon them and desires that if there are more tasks for the sake of Allah, they should also be called upon. No person will be pleased merely by being set free from captivity. Instead, they would prefer to be included among the recipients of rewards. It will never happen that if a wise person is rewarded, they would say, "Do not show me kindness, but they will strive to receive more. So, a person who strives only to fulfill obligations will not be satisfied. The Shariah is not a curse but a mercy. Whoever acts upon it will partake in Allah's favors. So, those who come here, if they do not gather and keep wandering aimlessly, they waste their time. They either want to keep it in their hearts that this is not a gathering. This gathering has been arranged under the auspices of Hazrat Masih-e-Maud (peace be upon him) to wash away the centuries-old rust that had settled on human hearts. And those who were immersed in darkness and oppression for centuries should be elevated to the lofty minarets of light. Allah Almighty wants to gather people here to purify those who do not fulfill these purposes. Their faith is in danger. You have a little time. Do not just spend it well but derive maximum benefit from it. Act upon the teachings given to you. Our struggle is against the whole world, and our numbers and strength are nothing compared to theirs. Therefore, we need to make great efforts. We need to be vigilant and alert. If we become lazy at this time and are not alert, we will not be able to work with vigor. We cannot fight with weapons or use them. We have not learned to use them. Those sent down to us from the heavens. So, will you be able to face a powerful enemy? It is your duty to learn to use those weapons so that the glory of Muhammad (peace be upon him) may manifest through you, spreading the light in the world that had been lost for ages. If you do this, you will inherit Allah's mercy. May Allah's mercy be upon those who listen, understand, and strive to act upon what is presented for the sake of religion. (Al-Fazl, 1st September 1927)

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The way to sell misfortunes 21st March 1919
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Hazrat recited Tashahhud, Ta'awwuz, Surah Al-Fatihah, and Surah Al-Falaq and then said:

In every country, whether it be of educated people or warriors, or where people of any religion reside, be they Christians, Jews, Muslims, Sikhs, Zoroastrians, or followers of any other religion, this trend emerges that they wish to find means to escape misfortunes without any apparent effort. In ancient times, the practice of magic prevailed, and its effects still linger today, evident by the fact that even though education has spread widely and people have generally avoided superstitious beliefs, the influence of magic remains. It is noticeable in every aspect of life. Kings did not trust their armies as much as colonels trusted their mantras, nor did they rely on their strength as much as on spells. Similarly, patients did not have as much faith in the doctor's prescription as in a spell. Women were not as hopeful of winning their husband's affection through obedience, good manners, and service as they were on a written charm or some meaningless words or lines. The purpose of magic and spells had infiltrated every aspect of life. It had an impact on royal governance, household affairs, relationships between men and women, friendships, and even today, people unfamiliar with reality ask the same question first: Is there a mantra that can subdue an enemy? Is there a spell that can win a husband's heart?

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As people gather, they wish for a spell that can remove all difficulties and calamities. They mistake effort for deception, hard work for delusion, and strive for fancy. According to them, if there is any truth in a matter, it lies in a spell because it subdues enemies without effort and achieves every goal. It became evident that spells have a significant impact on people. Europeans, who have gained freedom from such beliefs, do not trust their God as much as they trust spells. They have abandoned the rule of thunder but remain bound by spells. Europe denied God, abandoned His messengers, and turned towards spells. However, if not freed, they could not escape the rule of spells. During the same war, various colonels' reports revealed that most individuals had spells bound on their arms. It seemed as if those who denied God's messengers believed that spells could save them from death. The impact of these beliefs is so deep-rooted that even advancements in science cannot eradicate them. I recently read a book on superstitions. It mentioned that in America, the spread of a particular religion is attributed to the fact that those who join it are given a secret name, believed to have a profound effect. The author writes that he sometimes feels tempted to join for that name, but since he does not truly believe in that religion, he avoids hypocrisy. It is a common practice in superstitions that when someone joins them, they are given a name, usually an Arabic word. For example, if someone is good at writing, they are given the name "Sultan al-Qalam," and since people know Arabic, they believe that this name has a special power to protect them from all calamities. Islam has eradicated such ambitions and doubts and refuted such thoughts. It has established the truth and maintained a balanced approach in every matter. It rejects falsehood and upholds truth. Where creation is beneficial, it creates, and where eradication is necessary, it eradicates. Islam has also mentioned magic and spells, but it has...

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The Difference in Understanding Magic Among Common People 21st March 1919
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Hazrat recited the Tashahhud, Ta'awwuz, Surah Al-Fatihah, and Surah Al-Falaq and then said:

There is a significant difference in understanding magic among common people. The spells they recite are meaningless and ineffective. However, Islam has provided a remedy to protect against calamities, which, when practiced and repeated, can save a person from many trials. People's spells are mere scribbles and gestures, but today I present a word from Islam that, when acted upon, can protect a person from calamities. Recite: Bismillah hir-Rahman nir-Raheem. In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. This phrase encompasses all virtues and is free from all imperfections. The Most Gracious bestows upon humans things that are beyond their comprehension. The Most Merciful, even beyond that, when humans utilize His bounties, He bestows His favors upon them again. I seek refuge in Allah, the Lord of daybreak. Daybreak signifies everything that is emerging. Besides Allah, everything is subject to His command. Daybreak encompasses all that is in need, was in need, and will continue to be in need. I seek refuge in that Being who is the Lord of all creation. Daybreak signifies everything that is emerging. Allah is not in need of anyone, but everyone is in need of Him. I seek refuge from all the evil of what He has created. It is said: "The foot of an elephant is everyone's foot." However, there will be many creatures whose words will be greater than an elephant's foot, but nothing will remain outside of His giving. I seek refuge from all evil, especially from the evil of darkness when it spreads and covers everything in a particular hue. Just as preparations for war spread like wildfire. Darkness is called 'ghasq' and when its historical spread occurs, it is called 'waqab.' Therefore, this means that I seek refuge not only from ordinary diseases but also from those that spread commonly and engulf the whole world.

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The Implications of Seeking Refuge

Hazrat recited the Tashahhud, Ta'awwuz, Surah Al-Fatihah, and Surah Al-Falaq and then said:

I seek refuge in the Lord of the dawn from the evil of what He has created, and from the evil of darkness when it spreads, and from the evil of those who blow on knots, and from the evil of an envier when he envies.

There are four aspects that affect a person in this world, and no one remains unaffected. Two relate to calamities and afflictions, and two relate to progress and elevation. At times, a person is overwhelmed by afflictions and seeks to escape them, and at other times, when they emerge from afflictions into the realm of progress, they desire a life of ease and prosperity. At one point, they wish to avoid calamities, and at another, when they are relieved of afflictions, they desire the comfort of stability. The former is of a lower degree, and the latter is of a higher degree. At one time, when ignorance prevails, they desire to dispel ignorance and acquire knowledge, and when knowledge is acquired, they are concerned with its preservation so that what they have gained is not lost. Similarly, when one falls ill, they strive for recovery, and when the illness recedes, they use remedies for health and strength. In this Surah, the mention of these four aspects is made: (1) "I seek refuge from the evil of what He has created." These are the evils that occur daily. (2) "From the evil of the darkness as it spreads." This refers to the calamities and afflictions that encompass everything. (3) "And from the evil of those who blow on knots." Progress is achieved, and all resources are gathered, but this mischief scatters all those resources. It is said, "Pray to be saved from this mischief." What happens? Resources are gathered, but they are scattered. All kinds of facilities are created, but obstacles arise in utilizing them. Regarding this, it is said, "I seek refuge from those who blow on knots," meaning seeking protection from the harmful effects that can cause resources to be wasted. I seek protection from them. This means that the initial resources that can lead to calamities and the means through which they can occur should be protected. After benefiting from these resources, potential damages may arise. May God protect from them. Envy is the envy of enviers. Therefore, I seek refuge from the envy of enviers and their malicious efforts. Now tell me, after such comprehensive prayers, what need remains unfulfilled, and what calamity or difficulty exists that

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It is not possible to escape. This is the prayer that Islam teaches every believer. If it is recited, a person can be protected from many calamities. The Holy Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) did not go to bed until he recited these prayers. It was the practice of the Holy Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) that when he went to bed, he would recite Surah Al-Ikhlas, Surah Al-Falaq, and Surah An-Nas, blowing on both hands and wherever his hands could reach, he would pass them over his body, and he would do this three times. And along with this, some other prayers were also recited, and Ayat al-Kursi was also recited. This was the routine of the person for whom Allah had promised protection. And Allah protects you from the people (Al-Ma'idah: 20). You can imagine the importance of this for people. Those who do not recite this prayer do not mean that they do not need it. They need it, but they are not aware of its importance. If they knew, they would definitely recite it. But I inform you that the Holy Quran has shown us the way to protect ourselves from physical calamities, and the mention of all physical afflictions is in this Surah, and the way to protect oneself from spiritual afflictions is in the next Surah. So, if protection from all afflictions is in this Surah, remember that a person should neither completely abandon the means nor rely solely on the means. Because progress cannot be made by means alone until there is reliance on Allah, and His grace is included in the present situation. These words do not prevent progress and protection by means. The real seed is thoughts. If the seed is hollow, no amount of good fertilizer and good soil can benefit it. Provide the means, but success will only come when there is reliance on Allah and a desire to attract the grace of God, and prayers are also necessary. The Surah I recited today has a specific purpose, and that is as it is becoming known from various news sources that the epidemic that had spread in the past days is now erupting in some places again, and in Europe, a scenario of doomsday has been created. It is written that hospitals are so full of patients that many patients die in front of hospitals, and the opportunity to treat them is lost. And in Europe this time, the situation is such that...

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And there is no place in hospitals to admit patients. Doctors are not available, and the healing centers are overcrowded. There is no capacity. The attack is so severe that some patients used to survive before, but now perhaps no one survives. This disease has also started in some parts of India. It is also present in Punjab. But so far, it is not intense and epidemic. Plague has also started in India, and these are its special days. Last time, the disease had not arrived here when I warned in a sermon. But unfortunately, no benefit was taken from it. Look, Allah Almighty is everyone's Lord because He is the Lord of all creation. Therefore, until protection is sought from Him for everything and He does not prevent harm from His creation and does not protect them, no one remains safe. If you are His, will all the world be yours? Meaning if you become God's, then everyone will be at your service. So, if a person becomes God's and God becomes his, then nothing can harm him. Never. So, if others are destroyed by calamities and epidemics, they should be. Because they do not have the knowledge to protect themselves from calamities. But if a calamity befalls you, and you fall into afflictions, then it is astonishing. Because you have been shown the way to protect yourself from them. Some afflictions are necessary for progress and elevation. Passing through them is essential for you. But epidemics do not occur for the Ahmadiyya Jama'at as a form of punishment. Afflictions come in various forms to individuals. But such a calamity that is destructive does not befall the beloved Jama'at of God because you are stepping in the path of God and helping in His religion. Therefore, think that you are not helpless and alone. If God is with you, then nothing can harm you. But you are not prevented from correcting your situation by means. Rather, you are prevented from relying solely on means. When common afflictions occur, common prayers are also made to avoid them. Yes, at such times, everyone is made alert. And those who become alert are saved from calamities. At that time, everyone needs to change. And remember also that you should never be hopeless.

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Many people perish due to despair, but you are those who have wrapped themselves in the robe of Allah's grace. Therefore, there is no despair for you. If any difficulty comes upon you, do not believe that it will ruin you because your connection is with that God who can truly save you from all calamities. Despair is such an evil that turns a person into a disbeliever. As Allah Almighty says, "And none despairs of the Spirit of Allah except the disbelieving people." You should never be despondent and rely on Allah. Have faith in His grace and fear His wrath, and then emphasize prayers. When this feeling arises in a person, then no calamity can affect them. These are the prayers that should be used. Along with them are the prayers that Allah Almighty has taught Hazrat Sahib. Saying this, Hazrat sat down. When standing for the next sermon, he said, "I once had a dream. Perhaps Hazrat Masih Ma'ud was alive at that time, and some other people were on a boat sailing in a very large sea when a severe storm hit. The boat kept moving until it fell into a whirlpool. We made great efforts and tried to somehow get the boat out of that whirlpool, but as we tried harder, it kept falling deeper into the whirlpool. We continued to exert force, and our neighbors kept increasing when a person said, 'There is a saint's grave nearby. If we pray to it, we can be saved from this calamity.' I said, 'That cannot happen.' Some of my companions started saying, 'If we pray to the saint, what harm is there?' But I kept saying that this is shirk and drowning is acceptable, but abandoning it is not. Because the danger was increasing rapidly, my stubbornness stopped my companions. One of my companions wrote something on paper and wanted to throw it into the sea. I stopped the execution. In another way, I wasted it and said it was an intention. We did not abandon it. When I said this, at that moment, the boat lurched, and the whirlpool came out. In times of calamity, some people fall into shirk. But the reason for this is the same despair. Indeed, calamities come, but you should never abandon the means of salvation. If you were in the boat in the whirlpool, Allah Almighty would have pulled it out by His grace.

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Guidance to Recite the Holy Quran

Hazrat recited the Tashahhud, Ta'awwuz, Surah Al-Fatihah, and then said:

Among the best and most effective things in the world is the guidance to act directly. This guidance is such that no task can be accomplished without proper means. No task, no matter how small it may be, can be done without the right means. For example, eating bread is a daily necessity, but how will a person eat until they put the morsel in their mouth? It is a common thing but has to be done in the right way as prescribed by God. Similarly, there are rules in acquiring knowledge. If these rules are not followed, knowledge cannot be gained. Many people stay awake at night and read, but when it comes to the exam, they fail. Some may think that they are hardworking students. Why do they fail? The reason is that they also keep a novel with their books. When they sit to study, they say, "Let's read a page of this novel too." Then they finish the novel in two pages, and their year ends, and they fail the exam. So, until I have the means, success cannot be achieved. For big matters, even more correct means are required. Until the guidance of the straight path is not there, nothing can be achieved. Where righteousness and purity are destined, these are significant matters. For them, even more is needed.

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The guidance to the straight path and the need for caution are essential, but for these, a person cannot recommend the straight path for themselves. In the world and in sciences, one thing can be done, and that too in such a way that one means becomes another, and the other tells something useful. Even in these sciences, a person cannot create a way for themselves. When a person wants to learn Arabic or English, where can they recommend an English course or an Arabic curriculum for themselves? Others who have studied these sciences tell something. So, in these sciences, one person can guide another, but a person can determine God's pleasure for themselves, not another person can show them the way. This is God's pleasure. I say that a person cannot determine another person's pleasure until they themselves do not show it. Many times when a child cries, the mother gives them water to calm them down. If they don't calm down, she gives them milk. If that doesn't work, she gives them something else. But still, they don't calm down. They fall asleep crying. Or it happens that after many mistakes and wrongdoings, they realize why they were crying. So, when it is not easy for a person of the same gender to study these sciences, then it is not known for sure to seek God's pleasure. Yes, when God says, "This is My pleasure," and this is a pleasure, then it is understood. Allah Almighty has shown His pleasure through His grace and it is mentioned in the Holy Quran. Just as for the acquisition of everything, the need for the straight path is necessary, similarly, for the acquisition of God's pleasure, the need for the straight path is also there. In the beginning of the Quran, a person seeks guidance and says, "Guide us to the straight path." The answer they receive is, "This is the Book." So, Allah Almighty has shown the way to seek His pleasure through His grace in the Holy Quran. Now, there is no need to prepare a curriculum for this. And there is no need to ask people. Yes, there is a need to understand the signs and symbols present in this path. Understand from other incidents. Now, there is no need to ask which path to take. Now, there is a need to understand the conditions of this path. The means are present in the Holy Quran through which we can reach Allah Almighty and attain His pleasure. And this is the thing that not all divine closeness can be known from. So, this is the means through which God is reached, and there is no other way on which we can step and reach Him.

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It is true that there are many paths to reach God. Because God is limitless, so the paths to reach Him are also limitless. Furthermore, the recognition of Him is also limitless. Therefore, unlimited effort is required for it. It is easy to comprehend a small thing, but it is not easy to comprehend something big. For that, great effort and hard work are required. So, for something unlimited, unlimited time and unlimited effort are needed. And since there is no limitation to the knowledge of Allah Almighty, so the effort required for it is also unlimited. All the means for acquiring it are mentioned in the Holy Quran. There is nothing outside of it. But unfortunately, many do not pay attention. They do not pay attention to the words of God but pay attention to the words of others. I draw your attention that you should only strive to understand the Holy Quran. Never think that you have understood the Quran. Those are false who say that they have read the Quran and have understood its teachings. Now they do not need to read it. No one can read the Quran so easily that there is no need to read it again. Because as much as one reads, one progresses. The Quran is not limited that one can finish reading it. It cannot be correct. Because even Muhammad, the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him), could not finish all the knowledge and wisdom contained in it. The Promised Messiah (peace be upon him) also could not finish it. If they had finished it, then why was it necessary to recite "Guide us to the straight path" in every prayer? As they kept reciting, the knowledge and demands kept expanding. If their knowledge had been exhausted, there would have been no need to recite that prayer. So, there was no need to recite that prayer because the eaten bread is eaten again, and the drunk water is drunk again. Every time a new bread is eaten and new water is drunk. Similarly, the Quran, which is spiritual nourishment, is new every time. If someone

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He thinks that after reading, for example, all the contents of Surah Al-Fatihah once, and there is no need to read it again, then he is mistaken. Remember that every time a person practices about any subject, their mind gets more enlightened. Similarly, when a person contemplates on the sciences of the Quran, new knowledge is bestowed upon them each time. Therefore, no one can claim to have exhausted the sciences of the Quran. Even the greatest knower of the Quran, Muhammad, the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him), could not claim to have completed the knowledge of the Quran. Why would those who entered paradise need to ascend the levels? No, their levels are also increasing. Progress is being made in their ranks. Therefore, your knowledge has not been exhausted. The meaning of finishing the Quran's knowledge is that the letters and words have been completed. Do not say and never think that the sciences of the Quran have been completed. When a person contemplates the sciences of the Quran, new knowledge is granted to them each time. Therefore, one cannot claim to have completed the sciences of the Quran. When one wants to learn Arabic or English, where can they recommend an English course or an Arabic curriculum for themselves? Others who have studied these sciences tell something. So, in these sciences, one person can guide another, but a person can determine God's pleasure for themselves, not another person can show them the way. This is God's pleasure. I say that a person cannot determine another person's pleasure until they themselves do not show it. Many times when a child cries, the mother gives them water to calm them down. If they don't calm down, she gives them milk. If that doesn't work, she gives them something else. But still, they don't calm down. They fall asleep crying. Or it happens that after many mistakes and wrongdoings, they realize why they were crying. So, when it is not easy for a person of the same gender to study these sciences, then it is not known for sure to seek God's pleasure. Yes, when God says, "This is My pleasure," and this is a pleasure, then it is understood. Allah Almighty has shown His pleasure through His grace and it is mentioned in the Holy Quran. Just as for the acquisition of everything, the need for the straight path is necessary, similarly, for the acquisition of God's pleasure, the need for the straight path is also there. In the beginning of the Quran, a person seeks guidance and says, "Guide us to the straight path." The answer they receive is, "This is the Book." So, Allah Almighty has shown the way to seek His pleasure through His grace in the Holy Quran. Now, there is no need to prepare a curriculum for this. And there is no need to ask people. Yes, there is a need to understand the signs and symbols present in this path. Understand from other incidents. Now, there is no need to ask which path to take. Now, there is a need to understand the conditions of this path. The means are present in the Holy Quran through which we can reach Allah Almighty and attain His pleasure. And this is the thing that not all divine closeness can be known from. So, this is the means through which God is reached, and there is no other way on which we can step and reach Him.

He has not yet completed the sciences. For this, more sciences are opened up. So, no one can complete the sciences of the Quran. In it are those sciences that are beneficial for the present world and will also be useful in the hereafter. This is such a magnificent book that it contains guidance for every situation of a person. Although its words are concise, the meanings and contents are so vast that the thought of abandoning its reading because one has read what was to be read is erroneous. Because in reality, it does not contain the guidance that pertains to every situation of a person. And a person's situation keeps changing. Therefore, it is necessary to read it at all times. So, I advise my community members to strive to understand the Holy Quran. And they should delve into such insights that they will feel the pleasure of extracting jewels from a sea whose treasures cannot be exhausted. The Holy Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) and the Promised Messiah (peace be upon him) used to instruct that the Quran should be studied daily. Their enthusiasm had a special color and distinction. They used to say that the Companions had a practice of studying the Quran one or two days a week. But I desire that the Quran should be explained at all times. This has been beneficial to many people. And it is understood that they have become capable of teaching others. But the fear that you used to instill has now arisen. And that is that those who used to listen to sermons as a habit. If they do not get the opportunity to listen to sermons, they do not remain steadfast in their condition. The point is that those students who are constantly under the supervision of a teacher and have the habit of studying become like a drug addict. Their condition becomes such that if they do not get the drug, their limbs start to tremble. This is the condition of addiction to knowledge. If they have that addiction, their condition remains correct. And if for some reason they are deprived of that treasure, then their limbs start to tremble, and laziness and lethargy arise. Those who have the habit of consuming the nourishment of knowledge, their habit of exerting pressure on themselves diminishes, and the reasons for it arise. For example, in my recent illness when I did not give a lesson

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He has not yet completed the sciences. For this, more sciences are opened up. So, no one can complete the sciences of the Quran. In it are those sciences that are beneficial for the present world and will also be useful in the hereafter. This is such a magnificent book that it contains guidance for every situation of a person. Although its words are concise, the meanings and contents are so vast that the thought of abandoning its reading because one has read what was to be read is erroneous. Because in reality, it does not contain the guidance that pertains to every situation of a person. And a person's situation keeps changing. Therefore, it is necessary to read it at all times. So, I advise my community members to strive to understand the Holy Quran. And they should delve into such insights that they will feel the pleasure of extracting jewels from a sea whose treasures cannot be exhausted. The Holy Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) and the Promised Messiah (peace be upon him) used to instruct that the Quran should be studied daily. Their enthusiasm had a special color and distinction. They used to say that the Companions had a practice of studying the Quran one or two days a week. But I desire that the Quran should be explained at all times. This has been beneficial to many people. And it is understood that they have become capable of teaching others. But the fear that you used to instill has now arisen. And that is that those who used to listen to sermons as a habit. If they do not get the opportunity to listen to sermons, they do not remain steadfast in their condition. The point is that those students who are constantly under the supervision of a teacher and have the habit of studying become like a drug addict. Their condition becomes such that if they do not get the drug, their limbs start to tremble. This is the condition of addiction to knowledge. If they have that addiction, their condition remains correct. And if for some reason they are deprived of that treasure, then their limbs start to tremble, and laziness and lethargy arise. Those who have the habit of consuming the nourishment of knowledge, their habit of exerting pressure on themselves diminishes, and the reasons for it arise. For example, in my recent illness when I did not give a lesson

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They should not be accustomed to habits. Instead, every day they should make the intention that they have something to learn. If they join and attend daily with this intention, then, God willing, it will be very beneficial for them. This deficiency also became apparent during this illness. Otherwise, when Hazrat Maulvi Sahib used to say, this thought did not even come to mind that due to daily lessons, some deficiencies could also arise. Now, I have understood this during this illness. Otherwise, when Hazrat Maulvi Sahib used to say, this thought did not even come to mind that due to daily lessons, some deficiencies could also arise. Now, I have understood this during this illness. Otherwise, when Hazrat Maulvi Sahib used to say, this thought did not even come to mind that due to daily lessons, some deficiencies could also arise. Now, I have understood this during this illness. 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God prevents us from corruption. Our Messiah Maud is the one who teaches loyalty, so uphold them for the sake of religion and for the sake of God. Do not bring the thought of valuing someone into your heart. Because the progress of our religion will be through this. If you are considered lowly in the eyes of the world due to this reason, then do not worry, for God will honor you. By making this statement, Hazrat sat down. And when they stood up for the next sermon, he said,

"In the past days when we gathered people to maintain peace in our respective areas and not to be involved in your corruption. At that time, some foolish opponents said that they do good to the government to gain honor. Although they do not know that if the government addresses us, what can it add to our honor. While God has made us His slaves through His grace. Those who pledge are the ones who acknowledge slavery. Many brave souls come and pledge. So, what those people want us to gain from the government, it is a loss for them. When Hazrat Masih Maud used to teach loyalty, the opponents praised the government. But they did not know that the prophets of God do not seek praise. When Muslims used to say that the Sultan of Rum is the protector of the Holy Places. So, Hazrat Masih Maud wrote that this is wrong. Rather, the Holy Places are their protectors as appointed by the Muslims. But see, when the Holy Places separated from their government, the thought of the same time disappeared. So, in the same way, when Masih Maud separated from this government, the thought disappeared. Therefore, see that Masih Maud was the protector of this government. You have written that God is the protector of this government. Because He has appointed me as a messenger under this government. So, we are not for the world but obedient to God. Therefore, if people laugh at us, do not worry. God sees us and is pleased with us. Therefore, there is no concern for their happiness in comparison to His happiness."

"Indeed, the happiness of my community is not a concern for the world."

"The decree of my community is the decree of God."

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Our weapon is prayer.

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After reciting the Tashahhud, Ta'awwuz, and Surah Al-Fatihah, Hazrat Anwar said, "Our community's condition, its numbers, and its strength, no matter how much they are, others look at it with disdain, but we are not unaware of our reality. It is not doubtful that people generally consider themselves great when they acquire wealth; they consider themselves greater than Pharaoh. Or when someone gains power, they consider themselves greater than Rustam. However, our weakness has increased to the extent that we feel it. Whereas people do not realize their weakness. We cannot compete with the world in terms of wealth, power, or even in terms of deceit. We cannot compete politically, nor with the government, nor with the monarchy. There is no superiority in any aspect over the world. We also know in this regard that there is no religious chain that is not our enemy. It may be that someone is weak, but they have no enemy. So despite their weakness, there is no danger for them. Because there is no one to compete with them. Therefore, there is no threat to them. But our case is the opposite. On one side, no one is weaker than us, and on the other side, no one is more of an enemy to us. Or say that we are the measure of religious chains. They all aim to eliminate us. Because what we present in terms of education to the world, everyone fears it and believes that in front of this education, all other teachings will become obsolete. Just as a goat fears a lion. Similarly, all chains fear the education we receive. Therefore, all stand against us for our competition. Not religiously, neither Christians sympathize with us, nor do Sikhs, nor Hindus, nor Aryas, nor Buddhists sympathize with us. Nor does anyone else, meaning religiously.

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Everyone has declared war against us. Which nation sympathizes with us religiously? It is not doubtful that we do not engage in politics. Our loyalty to the government is related to our religion. Therefore, you are separate from other political movements, and we do not have the time, wealth, or people to engage in politics other than religion. Because serving the government is our religious duty. We engage in this service and fulfill it as it should be fulfilled. The education provided about the government is such that it is understood by the government. You have no threat from it. Those who consider rebellion as a threat to them, but those whose hearts do not have thoughts of rebellion and corruption, they have no threats under the protection of a peace-loving and wise government. Even though we are very weak and feeble, and the entire religious world is against us. Therefore, it is necessary for us to think, take steps, and face our enemies and opponents with wisdom and excellence. Our opponents cause us physical pain. And we cannot retaliate against them. In the end, our community was martyred. When Ahmadis returned after burying, opponents took out the corpse and threw it in front of the graves. Ahmadis used to witness these actions. But they could not do anything if the police did not arrive on time; it was close that they would have mutilated the corpse. Surely, know that the one who did not create and did not stand for this work, how can it be expected that he would entrust such a prestigious task and leave us defenseless. We see that the creatures He created, whether their lifespan is only a few hours, He also provided their sustenance. He also created the food for those living under the earth. He provided the sustenance for those living in water. He produced food for plants. He provided food for animals, those whose necessities of food were not available in one place, He gave them feet so they could gather their food. Animals whose food is meat, He gave them claws, and those whose food is not meat, He gave them hooves. He gave them roots so they could obtain their food from the earth. He created us and stood for a special purpose. How can it be possible that He does not give us any means? He has given us the means, but within us.

Many do not use it, and the weapon that was not given is prayer. There is no doubt that we cannot compete. And we do not have the strength to sell ourselves to our enemies, but you have been introduced to a being that no one can compete with, just as it is certain that we cannot compete with anyone. Therefore, where there is no one as helpless and powerless as us, there is no one more powerful than us spiritually. If on one side we are the target of the whole world, on the other side, the whole world is our prey. If the whole world wants to crush us, then on the other hand, it is hoped that we will be the ones who will crush the whole world. Not through war and conflict, but spiritually because the powers and strengths given to us are such that no one can compete with them, but unfortunately, they are very few. Those who use those powers and strengths and weapons are many who are lazy and cowardly. We are sure that the one who did not create us, there is power in that. Once I saw a dream that had a great impact. It roams around the whole world, and whoever comes in front of it, devours it. People are in great danger. In such a situation, I saw that I am in front of a community and I have a stick in my hand. I saw that two people run away in front of this impact, but this impact runs so fast that the distance between those people and it keeps decreasing. Seeing this, I ran to kill it, and God gave me success. I wanted to lift it up close. With this thought in my mind, this saying came to my mind, "There is no one who can fight it with hands." This is related to Gog and Magog, that no one will have the power to compete with them when they do not have the power to compete with them. So how can I compete? This thought came to my mind that it turned towards me and wanted to attack me. I saw a four-legged creature that was safe, but it was not made of wood, so when it attacked me, I climbed on its feet and stood up, taking it to the blind's back. And I raised my hand towards the sky. Now this thought came to my mind that the saying in the hadith is the same, that no one can fight it with hands. I also fought it with hands.

Muslim in reference to Mushkura Kitab Al-Fitan Bab Al-Alamat Bayn Yaday Al-Sa'ah

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I do not do it; I show it in the Hadith. What was done in front of you for confrontation. I started praying; he began to tremble and fell dead. There is no doubt we are surrounded by dangers on all sides, and dangerous enemies are all around us, and we have no visible means to confront them. Then the current circumstances are presented. And we who are passing through difficulties. There is no limit to their difficulties. Wherever they look, they see danger. The necessities pull us towards them, and all attention should be focused there. And the circumstances require us to divert our attention here. The political situation nowadays desires us to divert our attention and try to get out of these difficulties. And the difficulties that are created in our propagation are also stopped by these difficulties. We are not hypocrites to speak against the government and engage in rebellion and corruption. Because our religion commands us to stay separate from such people, and our guide and leader who did not call us to God at this time. He did not command us not to rebel and to be loyal and benevolent to the government. Because God created it under the government. Therefore, we are not for the world but obedient to God. Therefore, it is impossible for us to please people hypocritically. The result is that we are loyal to the government because it is our religious duty, but we do not give people trouble. And it happens that our enemies, who are more than us, report false reports to harm us. Previously, people were saddened by loyalty. Now, the false complaints of the country

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Due to this, some officials of the government saw. The result of this cannot be that we abandon our religious duty. We have left our primary duty, but we hope that we will remain steadfast on our center in any case. However, it is evident that not everyone has the courage to stand firm on the center in such situations. So, our religion teaches us that when you are in such a situation, bow down before God. Today, news has been circulated that the internal situation of Afghanistan is not favorable. It is possible that they create difficulties at the border. In such a situation, there is concern about increasing difficulties. In any case, at this time, there is a dire need for prayers that Allah saves us from the evil of the wicked and on the other hand, we are separate by acting on the teachings of the Promised Messiah from all kinds of conflicts. In this, the help of Allah has been included in our current situation.

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The Signs of the Advent of the Promised Messiah

May 16, 1919

After reciting the Tashahhud, Ta'awwuz, and Surah Al-Fatihah, Hazrat Anwar said, "It is the way of Allah that He never takes back His blessings until people themselves make themselves deserving of His wrath. People change their state by following their carnal desires, and Allah then eliminates their blessings. As it is stated:

'Indeed, Allah will not change the condition of a people until they change what is in themselves.' (Quran, Ar-Ra'd 13:11)

Allah does not change the state until people abandon their love for Him. He is faithful, not seeking faithfulness. People get tired of giving, but they become eager to receive. While it is impossible to tire of the bounties of Allah. When a person shows discontent with the blessings of Allah and turns away from His favors, and sees comfort in separation from the blessings of Allah, then Allah also chooses separation. It is impossible to be tired of the bounties of Allah. Because what comes from Allah, humans are always in need of. So when a person shows discontent with the bounties of Allah and turns away from His favors and sees comfort in separation, then Allah also chooses separation. This is also alluded to in Surah Al-Fatihah:

'Guide us to the straight path - the path of those upon whom You have bestowed favor, not of those who have evoked [Your] anger or of those who are astray.' (Quran, Al-Fatihah 1:6-7)

That Allah bestows favor, but it should not be that we turn away from Your favor.

Let's lengthen and wander. May Your grace be upon us, but in such a way that arrogance and pride do not fill our minds. Let there be gratitude, but may we not become weary of it. Let us not be tired of them. But let us not develop the habit of belittling these common people and paying attention to them. Indeed, there are individuals who at one time are deserving of God's favor, but at another time, they provoke His wrath. The condition of nations in this regard is quite evident. A nation that was once exalted today is humiliated. It should be said that there are many individuals who, having established a relationship with God, become deserving of His favor and then, at another time, provoke His wrath. It should be noted that people change their state by following their carnal desires, and Allah then eliminates their blessings. As it is stated:

'Indeed, Allah will not change the condition of a people until they change what is in themselves.' (Quran, Ar-Ra'd 13:11)

Allah does not change the state until people abandon their love for Him. He is faithful, not seeking faithfulness. People get tired of giving, but they become eager to receive. While it is impossible to tire of the bounties of Allah. When a person shows discontent with the blessings of Allah and turns away from His favors, and sees comfort in separation from the blessings of Allah, then Allah also chooses separation. It is impossible to be tired of the bounties of Allah. Because what comes from Allah, humans are always in need of. So when a person shows discontent with the bounties of Allah and turns away from His favors and sees comfort in separation, then Allah also chooses separation. This is also alluded to in Surah Al-Fatihah:

'Guide us to the straight path - the path of those upon whom You have bestowed favor, not of those who have evoked [Your] anger or of those who are astray.' (Quran, Al-Fatihah 1:6-7)

That Allah bestows favor, but it should not be that we turn away from Your favor.

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They do not even know the word. And today we see that the city that was a source of truthfulness. Now every year lies are spread from there. From there, an advertisement is published in which it is written that a neighbor whose name is mentioned. Met the Holy Prophet. And it was said that this year, people are dying of plague. Among them are so many hell-bound and so many heaven-bound. Common people do not even understand it; they come understanding it as a spell, and among those who are literate, most are those who cannot understand its reality. As the years pass, there is only one topic that is published. So that city that was a source of truthfulness is now a source of lies, and lies are such that lies are told about God. And no care is taken of it. So, nations enter into those whom You have favored and those who have evoked Your anger and those who are astray. The Holy Prophet, to whom the most knowledge was given by God, said that there will be a time when my Ummah will be in a state that was blessed. He said that every movement of theirs and every word and action of theirs will be like that of the Jews. And he said that at that time, the scholars of my Ummah will become the worst of creatures, and there will be people who will be unable to understand the truth of religion. It was difficult to understand this time for the early Muslims. So the companions asked in amazement, "Will the Messenger of Allah be like this?" He said, "Yes, it will be like this." But understanding today is not difficult at all. Because now that time has come where being a Muslim was once considered a sign of truthfulness. Today, being a Muslim is understood as false and treacherous. Being a Muslim was once spoken of in terms of loyalty, but today it is understood in terms of deceitful and disloyal, and among Muslims, there are those who keep Hindus as servants because they say Muslims are not honest. Today, a Muslim's praise is that he was always humble and submissive. It is as if something was taken from him, then his name was not taken for giving. So they entered into those whom You have favored and those who have evoked Your anger and those who are astray. It was inconceivable after the mission of the Holy Prophet, peace be upon him, that Muslims would dare to oppose any Prophet or Messenger. But Muslims have shown that this idea about them was incorrect because the enemy of God is the lamp of the lamps, the book of warnings and admonitions, the chapter of changing people: narrated by Bukhari and Muslim referring to the book of tribulations until the establishment of the Hour.

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From the direction of a prophet came that they should be included in the blessings, but they misused it and made such a statement that they were the worst, as in the case of all prophets, they were all against you, and they were made to show you grief. Those who were evil in the case of Hazrat Musa were said to be against Musa, "In the confrontation of the Promised Messiah, which was done in the confrontation of Hazrat Isa, what was done in the confrontation of Ibrahim was done here as well. If Silo wanted to kill the prophets, I also made efforts to kill. If they wanted to humiliate the prophets, efforts were made to humiliate you. The purpose was all the actions that were done against you, which were done in the confrontation of the previous prophets. It was proven that Hazrat Messiah Promised is in the likeness of Hazrat Muhammad, peace be upon him, and Hazrat Waris is all the qualities of the prophets. But where it was proven that Hazrat Messiah Promised is against Hazrat Muhammad, peace be upon him, and against all the opponents of the prophets. Therefore, Allah Almighty showed them examples of all kinds of punishments. The punishment of Noah's time was shown. The punishment given to the opponents of Ibrahim came here. The examples of the punishments of Ismael and Ishaq, Yusuf's opponents were shown here. The purpose is how nations have passed that were given punishments. All were sent punishments in that era so that people's eyes would open. Earthquakes and storms shook kingdoms. Stones rained from the sky. The birds below the earth flew away. Distant matters remained separate. From here to fifty miles away is a canyon. Those who came to see these sights. Then storms came and came in such a way that hundreds of thousands drowned. Famine struck and struck in such a way that they did not go away. Diseases struck and struck in such a way that their names were not mentioned before. Plague spread, fever spread. But people said that the plague only comes and goes, the fever comes and goes. Influenza had spread before. But we say that doctors are saying that this kind of influenza, which is poisonous like Elisa, has never come as it has in the past days. Now a new fever has spread. Its name has been called the fever of famine. Its nature is that it rises for a week and then falls. It rises again after a week. It goes on like this for many rounds. People die from it and still survive. People say plague - influenza and fever spread before. What happened if they spread now? But we say that we accept. These diseases spread before as well.

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Read, but not in the present form. These are all read before in the same way. No one can tell which era it was when all these calamities and destructions were gathered. Certainly not. Therefore, it cannot be said that because diseases used to come before, they still come now. Rather, this is a special punishment from God, which has come due to people's disobedience, not like common and usual afflictions. Because if someone says, "A man will come on such a road," then another can say, "Men used to come. What if he comes?" But when he says that a man will come whose height will be so much, whose color and appearance will be like this, whose hat, coat, and shirt will be like this, whose stick will be like this, then it cannot be said about such a man that such men used to come. So if there is only one sign at that time, it can be said that this has happened before, but the gathering of all things at one time is such that there is no precedent. So there is a collection of punishments, and prophecies about them are present. So the wrath of God is flaring up. I have mentioned many times that until the government of Constantinople is destroyed and no Muslim kingdom remains, the Promised Messiah cannot come. This article was published just a few days before Turkey entered the war. I mentioned at that time that Muslims have kindled the wrath of Allah with their arrogance, their misdeeds, their wickedness. And now the divine decree is known that even the name of the government will be lifted from the world. And it is because they have seen many examples of the destruction of those who were disobedient to the opponents of God. Many kingdoms were humiliated and debased. It was a great opportunity for them to learn from it, establish a relationship with Allah, turn towards the Holy Quran, but they returned to their evil deeds, took steps back instead of moving forward. So the decision of Allah was issued. And now it is known that this government will also be removed from the world.

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By the grace of God, we will remain safe and sound, and those who thought that if they were killed, their claim would be proven false. We hope that sincere people will acknowledge its truth. Then there were foolish people whose nature was rebellious. They used to say that Amir Habibullah would conquer India. After a short while, a Persian poem was secretly published. It was written that Amir Habibullah would ascend India and expel the British. At that time, we drew the government's attention to the poem, which was suppressed. Now those people who used to publish this poem as a prophecy. Tell me, where is Amir Habibullah? He who is. He was killed by one of his own men. This prophecy turned out to be false. Because its source was not the knowledge of the unseen of God. Those who published the prophecy saw its outcome, but in comparison, there is also a prophecy of the Promised Messiah that is currently proving to be very true and will prove to be so again. You issued a fatwa against jihad, saying that those who fight will suffer severe defeat against the disbelievers. This is a prophecy that has been proven true many times and will be proven again. Poor Amir Habibullah, the wicked and corrupt people attributed to him things that were not even in his thoughts. No matter how many crimes there were, which caused him to fall from God's sight and become wrathful. But there is no doubt that he fulfilled the promises that were with the British government with loyalty. So, without his knowledge, things were attributed to him that resulted in ruin due to people's foolishness against him. Because when someone is put up against God, God does not care about him. People used to say (the prophecies of Hazrat Mirza Sahib are often delayed. But let them see that the delayed prophecies are their own. They used to say that Amir Habibullah would kill the British and expel them from India. But the British are still alive. Where did Amir Habibullah go? They used to say, "This is India." Let's go to Kabul. Appendix Tuhfa Golwariya, p. 3

Then see what happens with you. Insha'Allah, the Ahmadis will go there. And there will be thousands of people there. Because the Promised Messiah had seen in revelation that a tall branch of your garden was cut off, and that Prince Abdul Latif was martyred. That branch will be planted back in the ground, and from it, thousands of branches will sprout. So, Allah Almighty is displaying His power and signs are becoming apparent, but people become blind and deny. A cleric from Amritsar had said, "Where did the earthquake come in India?" But the earthquake also came near his house. Now, Allah will create thousands of Abdul Latifs in the community of the Promised Messiah as a recompense. The ignorant say that the British are disbelievers, so how can they be victorious? Although victory for the disbeliever is in the hands of the truth, but the oppressor is punished by me. So the British are not oppressors. They establish peace on earth, and the world benefits from it. And Allah is watching. "And what benefits the people remains on the earth." (Quran, Ar-Ra'd 13:17) Because the British maintain peace on earth, they will remain established. This is why dangerous enemies stand against them. But they face defeat. Because they desire to maintain peace on earth. Therefore, Allah keeps their government established. The purpose today is that Allah is helping our community with lunar signs. So it is our duty to benefit from these signs. The Promised Messiah once said that when Allah informs about something, if humans try, they cannot go against the decree of Allah. At this time, Kabul has foolishly started a war with the British government. It is the duty of Ahmadis to serve the government because obedience to the government is our duty. But the war in Afghanistan holds a new status for Ahmadis. Because Kabul is the land where our very precious beings were killed, martyred by oppression, and killed without reason or cause. Peace be upon Kabul.

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There is a place where the propagation of Ahmadiyyat is prohibited, and the doors of truthfulness are closed upon it. Therefore, to establish truthfulness, it is the duty of Ahmadis to join the government's army to help remove these oppressive obstacles. Hence, it is the responsibility of Ahmadis to assist the government in eradicating these unjust hindrances. By serving in the government's army, Ahmadis can contribute to the establishment of truthfulness. It is through these efforts that the branches foretold by the Promised Messiah will sprout. The time has come to strengthen the tree planted by Prince Abdul Latif and to irrigate it. We must strive to bring that country out of darkness into light, and indeed, it is Allah who will manifest that day when the signs of the Promised Messiah are fulfilled, and we witness the spread of truthfulness. Amen.

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Unity and agreement are a divine blessing; acknowledge its value. (May 23, 1919)

"And hold firmly to the rope of Allah all together and do not become divided. And remember the favor of Allah upon you - when you were enemies and He brought your hearts together and you became, by His favor, brothers. And you were on the edge of a pit of the Fire, and He saved you from it. Thus does Allah make clear to you His verses that you may be guided." - Al-Imran (3:103)

Recitation and then stated:

Unity and agreement among people is an essential element recognized by all nations and religions, yet despite this recognition, divisions and discord are found in every group, community, and sect. The need is so great that no nation or faction can deny it. But practically, it is observed differently. So, no group appears to have achieved perfect unity, which is the key to human progress. It is true that some have less, and some have more, but in its true form, it is rarely seen, indicating that the foundation of unity and agreement is based on such delicate principles that maintaining it is very challenging. Because we see that the need for it is universally acknowledged, yet all the efforts to achieve it are in vain. It is believed that without it, success is unattainable, and the desire is for unity. And every nation's wise individuals are engaged in achieving it, but still, disagreements are found. So, despite all these efforts, the absence of unity proves that its foundation is based on delicate principles. And it is difficult for humans to fully observe it. Now, when it has been proven through events and evidence that the foundation of unity and agreement is based on delicate principles.

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To understand them, we should make an effort. Because the more delicate and subtle a matter is, the more brainpower it requires. So remember that the absence of agreement and unity cannot lead to despair. That it cannot be achieved. Because we see that unity and agreement are inherent in human creation, and humans are created with a civil nature. I mean, one human needs another. This is not the case with animals. If there is a male and a female among them, they do not need you, but human needs are such that they cannot be fulfilled until they are in their current state. That is why humans live in cities and villages, clear paths, and make roads so that they can easily travel. But this is not found in animals that they also build roads. A city is called a civilization because people gather there. And civilization is what it means that they interact with each other. So the creation of a civil nature in humans shows the need for agreement, and at this time, the lack of agreement among people does not prove that it cannot happen. Because this is also from those things that are necessary for humans. And when it is necessary, it is essential. That God has created the means for it. For example, because God creates eyes and gives them the power to see. Therefore, the sun is created. And the scenes are created that the eyes see, but if humans were not given eyes, nothing would happen. Similarly, there are ears. They are created for sound. Air is created that conveys one's voice to another. Then thoughts are created and some signs are made so that they can understand each other. Then the brain is created through which they can understand those signs. If there were no brain, all these signs would be in vain. And language and speech are established in the same way that everyone acknowledges its need, and everyone needs it. Therefore, its absence is not impossible. Its means are there. But very delicate. So if it does not happen, there is no reason for despair. But they want to search for the reasons and principles of its attainment. Because if they are not searched for, it cannot be achieved. Then if one follows the wrong principles, success will not come. But even if success is not achieved by following the wrong principles, it cannot be said that agreement cannot happen. Because until actions are taken on those paths, until then no one can say that it cannot happen.

Success cannot be achieved in every field. And just because a goal is not achieved by following the wrong path, it cannot be said that it was not achievable. Or that it cannot be achieved now. For example, there is no person who has eyes in their feet or ears on their head, but this does not mean that because there are no eyes in the feet and ears on the head, they are not needed. And no benefit is obtained from them. Because where there was a need, those things were created. So, it is seen that the things that were needed have been created. Therefore, it is necessary to have them. But the question is why, when the need for unity is acknowledged and efforts are made to achieve it, it is not achieved. The answer is that the means required for it are not used. If those means are used, it is impossible for unity and agreement not to happen. It may be asked what those means are or should be kept in mind that different religions have different means, but in Islam, the means of unity is to gather around the same rope of Allah. And what is the rope of Allah? It is the prophets of Allah. It is mentioned in the Holy Quran. What is Islam? It is what the prophets give as commandments. So, the prophets are also the rope of Allah. The Holy Prophet is the rope of Allah, and the Promised Messiah is the rope of Allah. The Holy Quran is the rope of Allah. Without holding onto them, unity cannot be achieved. So if unity can be achieved, then Islam should be firmly held. And Islam is not just the name of prayers and fasting. Rather, Islam is the name of the principles of ethics on which unity and peace were established. Disagreement is a distant thing. Islam is not some magic spell that if I mention the name here, unity and agreement will be established. As it is famous among the ignorant that if you tie seven rounds of thread around the tree of the people, then so and so will happen.

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It will happen. Indeed, Islam presents such principles and teachings that through their implementation, unity can be achieved. And by adhering to them, one cannot speak of discord. The example of the Companions is present for this. They used to have disagreements but not discord, rather they used to strengthen each other's unity and agreement. For example, one who owned something would say, "My possession is of little value," but the buyer would say, "No, it is of greater value." The seller would say, "I will reduce the price," but the buyer would say, "No, I will pay more." This is an example of their disagreements. But now people are in such a state that if something costs ten rupees, they will tell you it's five rupees, and the buyer will say it's two rupees, and both will lie. So, if Islam is practiced, the foundations of unity and agreement can be strengthened. Therefore, it was said, "How much difference there was among you, but then through Islam, unity and agreement were established among you. You used to fight, you were saved from fighting. You were humiliated and dishonored, you were respected. So if you do not value such a blessed thing, how much regret will there be? Consider that a thing was lost like a pearl, but by the grace of God, it was found by someone and wasted. And who can be more criminal than that? These are not old tales of a nation where unity was established. It can still happen. And I make my community aware. There was a time when there was no unity and agreement among us. Some would say one thing, some would say another. There were disputes among them. But through the teachings of Islam, unity and agreement were established among us through the Promised Messiah. But some people are such that they do not care about it. Unity, which is such a precious thing and which God has granted through the Promised Messiah. The ignorant try to lose it, although they do not know that it is that thing that cannot be achieved without effort and struggle, but God has freely given it. I especially make my community aware that they should complete the task they are engaged in or assigned to. Some people start quarrels over small matters. They do not consider each other's feelings. They exaggerate small matters. They belittle officers and do not consider their emotions. And under officers, they make it difficult. The result will be that those who are being invited towards progress will not be able to achieve it. They should remember that honor and

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Your success is not in your own words but in practicing Islam. So, make small sacrifices because if you do not, you will have to make significant sacrifices. You have seen the conditions of nations, and then you have also seen the condition of Muslims. You are among them. Look, when there was kingship among them, they had this thought about each other that they were not worthy of it, and I am worthy of kingship. They tried to gain power. And a judge or a minister or a commander would try against each other. They would create factions only for the sake of power. Now, their governments are no more. Because they pursued their own interests. And only for power, they created divisions within the community. Look at the governments of Hindus. The self-governing state of Buddhists is there in China. It is in Japan. But Muslims have no self-governing state. There was Turkey. It is gone. Afghanistan remained, and it will go. Iran is in such a humiliating state that it has even gone to ordinary merchants for help. It needed 1.5 million rupees as a loan for which a guarantor was sought. Today, in Bombay, there are merchants who, if they wish, people trust them so much that they are willing to pay 50-50 lakh rupees based on their word. Now, our government needed funds during the war. A Sayyid gave a loan of 1 crore 10 lakh rupees. But in comparison, Iran's government asks for a loan of 15 lakh rupees. So, a guarantor is sought from merchants. It is a bigger risk for merchants. But it is not the government of Muslims. This is the result of not making small sacrifices on time. So learn ethics, make small sacrifices, do not fight over trivial matters. How can unity and agreement be achieved if you attack a person and then expect him to become your brother? A person comes to you, and how can he love you when you treat him with disrespect? It is human nature that a person cannot love someone who humiliates and causes pain. Until you do not show love and respect in front of others and do not present yourself with good morals, unity and agreement cannot be achieved. And how can love be established if a person avoids talking with love and meeting with a smiling face or benefiting another brother? So, how can love be possible in such a scenario?

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Your success is not in your own words but in practicing Islam. So, make small sacrifices because if you do not, you will have to make significant sacrifices. You have seen the conditions of nations, and then you have also seen the condition of Muslims. You are among them. Look, when there was kingship among them, they had this thought about each other that they were not worthy of it, and I am worthy of kingship. They tried to gain power. And a judge or a minister or a commander would try against each other. They would create factions only for the sake of power. Now, their governments are no more. Because they pursued their own interests. And only for power, they created divisions within the community. Look at the governments of Hindus. The self-governing state of Buddhists is there in China. It is in Japan. But Muslims have no self-governing state. There was Turkey. It is gone. Afghanistan remained, and it will go. Iran is in such a humiliating state that it has even gone to ordinary merchants for help. It needed 1.5 million rupees as a loan for which a guarantor was sought. Today, in Bombay, there are merchants who, if they wish, people trust them so much that they are willing to pay 50-50 lakh rupees based on their word. Now, our government needed funds during the war. A Sayyid gave a loan of 1 crore 10 lakh rupees. But in comparison, Iran's government asks for a loan of 15 lakh rupees. So, a guarantor is sought from merchants. It is a bigger risk for merchants. But it is not the government of Muslims. This is the result of not making small sacrifices on time. So learn ethics, make small sacrifices, do not fight over trivial matters. How can unity and agreement be achieved if you attack a person and then expect him to become your brother? A person comes to you, and how can he love you when you treat him with disrespect? It is human nature that a person cannot love someone who humiliates and causes pain. Until you do not show love and respect in front of others and do not present yourself with good morals, unity and agreement cannot be achieved. And how can love be established if a person avoids talking with love and meeting with a smiling face or benefiting another brother? So, how can love be possible in such a scenario?

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Effort is required for the progress of enlightenment. (May 30, 1919)

After the recitation of Tashahhud, Ta'awwuz, and Surah Al-Fatihah, His Holiness stated:

"I intended to address some essential matters in this Friday sermon, but due to falling ill since the past few days, I will defer it to the next Friday. Today, I draw your attention to the responsibilities of our community at this time and the precautions and considerations required for them. It is a very significant and important task for which extensive preparation is necessary. I do not know to what extent I have succeeded in this matter and to what extent our community understands this responsibility that is entrusted to them due to having faith in the Promised Messiah. Yet, there is a part that has understood and realized the needs of this time. Still, there is a part that has not understood and needs to act upon what they have understood. If all the members of our community understand this responsibility, which is placed upon them due to having faith in the Promised Messiah, then a great revolution can be brought about today. But I see that those who wish to work for the victory of the world have not even started yet, and they are in large numbers. Contentment is a noble quality, but it does not mean contentment in national progress because everything has its place and importance. For example, knowledge is a good quality, but if someone praises a person saying that so-and-so is very kind-hearted, but when their elders are insulted, they remain silent, then this praise will not be valid. Instead, such a person will be considered lacking in honor and breadth of mind.

It has been said that what will happen if this heart is extremely narrow, so much so that a big matter cannot fit in it because zeal for religion cannot be accommodated due to a narrow heart. So, it is not that there is knowledge in it. And that it is broad-minded. Rather, it is without zeal and accepts shamelessness. So, this is a matter of contentment. To some extent, it leads to respect, but a person who is not content with progress and thinks that their religious progress or the progress of their religion is sufficient. They are lazy and negligent. And nations that become content with their progress end up falling, and progress is made by those who come forward at every stage of progress. They consider it their own and strive to achieve it. Until this does not happen, the people of that community or religion cannot see the face of success. But when a person realizes that they still need to achieve something, at that time, the paths of progress are open for them. There is no limit to progress. The Holy Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) also said that nations that work for progress continue to advance in the field of progress. They do not stop at one point, unlike those nations that are destroyed and fall. They settle at one point and are happy with it. We cannot be happy with any success until we do not move forward. And until every happiness becomes a stimulus for future progress rather than contentment. This is an Arabic language rule that when ص is replaced with ض, its meaning and strength become stronger. So, it is necessary for us that every position of ours is a stimulus for the future and a cause for maximum enthusiasm. If this happens, no human power can compete with us. And whatever power opposes us will be eradicated. Because this is the will of Allah that Islam will be established again. Whatever government opposes this will be eradicated. And whatever power opposes us will be destroyed. And despite the fact that we have no apparent resources, unity will be established because this is the will of Allah. Look, when the promised Messiah (peace be upon him) came, the governments that came in his path and opposed Ahmadiyyat

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Publication in some way or another was hindered. There was a time when the Ottoman Empire made all of Europe tremble. And they did not find it easy to confront it. Because Europe thought that if we fought with the Ottomans, the Muslims of the whole world would stand against us in war, and a fire would ignite in the world. Our government, the British government, also did not engage in war with its Muslim subjects. But when it was said to the Promised Messiah, "Go to Mecca and see how you are treated there." Then those Muslims who had the thought that if there was a war with the Ottomans, rebellion would spread among them. Instead of a rebellion occurring due to a war with the Ottomans, they themselves fired shots at the Ottomans. And now that power has been shattered. If anything remains, it will be such that it will not be called a government. Then the government of Kabul was also a hindrance in the path of the Promised Messiah, and not only was the propagation of Ahmadiyyat prohibited but even the expression of Ahmadiyyat was prohibited. And fear was instilled in going there. So, think very well that you do not have the means and you are weak. Because when a person strives in the way of God, means are provided for them. Look, in the beginning, how weak the companions of the Messiah were, to the extent that an unfortunate person even took the message and sold it. And the one who was very close, out of fear that people might say bad things about him being a follower of the Messiah or put him in some other trouble, cursed the Messiah in a public gathering. Despite the sincerity and zeal they had to the extent that God did not waste them. The servants of the message were given government. Authority was given, and those very people who were enemies of the name of the Messiah began to proclaim his name. So, through such means, work will be done here. Yes, the means will not be a sword. Instead, it will be through him, and that time is not far. When the king will search for blessings from the clothes of the Promised Messiah. It cannot be that those seeking blessings will be Christian kings or Buddhists, but they will be the kings who believe in the Promised Messiah and will be Ahmadis, and they will be the ones who will bring the message of Ahmadiyyat.

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Your success will come from the promises of God, not from the sword. The initial signs of their manifestation, though extremely subtle, are not visible to the common people, but those with insight can see them and continue to do so. May Allah grant us the ability to understand our duty and strive to fulfill it so that His grace may descend, in accordance with the promises made through the Promised Messiah. Have we truly seen with our own eyes the fulfillment of His grace? (Al-Fazl, Arjun Lah)

Chapter 44: Days of Supplication

It has been said that what will happen if this heart is extremely narrow, so much so that a big matter cannot fit in it because zeal for religion cannot be accommodated due to a narrow heart. So, it is not that there is knowledge in it. And that it is broad-minded. Rather, it is without zeal and accepts shamelessness. So, this is a matter of contentment. To some extent, it leads to respect, but a person who is not content with progress and thinks that their religious progress or the progress of their religion is sufficient. They are lazy and negligent. And nations that become content with their progress end up falling, and progress is made by those who come forward at every stage of progress. They consider it their own and strive to achieve it. Until this does not happen, the people of that community or religion cannot see the face of success. But when a person realizes that they still need to achieve something, at that time, the paths of progress are open for them. There is no limit to progress. The Holy Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) also said that nations that work for progress continue to advance in the field of progress. They do not stop at one point, unlike those nations that are destroyed and fall. They settle at one point and are happy with it. We cannot be happy with any success until we do not move forward. And until every happiness becomes a stimulus for future progress rather than contentment. This is an Arabic language rule that when ص is replaced with ض, its meaning and strength become stronger. So, it is necessary for us that every position of ours is a stimulus for the future and a cause for maximum enthusiasm. If this happens, no human power can compete with us. And whatever power opposes us will be eradicated. Because this is the will of Allah that Islam will be established again. Whatever government opposes this will be eradicated. And whatever power opposes us will be destroyed. And despite the fact that we have no apparent resources, unity will be established because this is the will of Allah. Look, when the promised Messiah (peace be upon him) came, the governments that came in his path and opposed Ahmadiyyat

After the recitation of Tashahhud, Ta'awwuz, and Surah Al-Fatihah, His Holiness stated:

"I intended to address some essential matters in this Friday sermon, but due to falling ill since the past few days, I will defer it to the next Friday. Today, I draw your attention to the responsibilities of our community at this time and the precautions and considerations required for them. It is a very significant and important task for which extensive preparation is necessary. I do not know to what extent I have succeeded in this matter and to what extent our community understands this responsibility that is entrusted to them due to having faith in the Promised Messiah. Yet, there is a part that has understood and realized the needs of this time. Still, there is a part that has not understood and needs to act upon what they have understood. If all the members of our community understand this responsibility, which is placed upon them due to having faith in the Promised Messiah, then a great revolution can be brought about today. But I see that those who wish to work for the victory of the world have not even started yet, and they are in large numbers. Contentment is a noble quality, but it does not mean contentment in national progress because everything has its place and importance. For example, knowledge is a good quality, but if someone praises a person saying that so-and-so is very kind-hearted, but when their elders are insulted, they remain silent, then this praise will not be valid. Instead, such a person will be considered lacking in honor and breadth of mind.

Chapter 44: Days of Supplication

It has been said that what will happen if this heart is extremely narrow, so much so that a big matter cannot fit in it because zeal for religion cannot be accommodated due to a narrow heart. So, it is not that there is knowledge in it. And that it is broad-minded. Rather, it is without zeal and accepts shamelessness. So, this is a matter of contentment. To some extent, it leads to respect, but a person who is not content with progress and thinks that their religious progress or the progress of their religion is sufficient. They are lazy and negligent. And nations that become content with their progress end up falling, and progress is made by those who come forward at every stage of progress. They consider it their own and strive to achieve it. Until this does not happen, the people of that community or religion cannot see the face of success. But when a person realizes that they still need to achieve something, at that time, the paths of progress are open for them. There is no limit to progress. The Holy Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) also said that nations that work for progress continue to advance in the field of progress. They do not stop at one point, unlike those nations that are destroyed and fall. They settle at one point and are happy with it. We cannot be happy with any success until we do not move forward. And until every happiness becomes a stimulus for future progress rather than contentment. This is an Arabic language rule that when ص is replaced with ض, its meaning and strength become stronger. So, it is necessary for us that every position of ours is a stimulus for the future and a cause for maximum enthusiasm. If this happens, no human power can compete with us. And whatever power opposes us will be eradicated. Because this is the will of Allah that Islam will be established again. Whatever government opposes this will be eradicated. And whatever power opposes us will be destroyed. And despite the fact that we have no apparent resources, unity will be established because this is the will of Allah. Look, when the promised Messiah (peace be upon him) came, the governments that came in his path and opposed Ahmadiyyat

After the recitation of Tashahhud, Ta'awwuz, and Surah Al-Fatihah, His Holiness stated:

"I intended to address some essential matters in this Friday sermon, but due to falling ill since the past few days, I will defer it to the next Friday. Today, I draw your attention to the responsibilities of our community at this time and the precautions and considerations required for them. It is a very significant and important task for which extensive preparation is necessary. I do not know to what extent I have succeeded in this matter and to what extent our community understands this responsibility that is entrusted to them due to having faith in the Promised Messiah. Yet, there is a part that has understood and realized the needs of this time. Still, there is a part that has not understood and needs to act upon what they have understood. If all the members of our community understand this responsibility, which is placed upon them due to having faith in the Promised Messiah, then a great revolution can be brought about today. But I see that those who wish to work for the victory of the world have not even started yet, and they are in large numbers. Contentment is a noble quality, but it does not mean contentment in national progress because everything has its place and importance. For example, knowledge is a good quality, but if someone praises a person saying that so-and-so is very kind-hearted, but when their elders are insulted, they remain silent, then this praise will not be valid. Instead, such a person will be considered lacking in honor and breadth of mind.

Chapter 36: The Power of Prayer

There are thirty branches of supplication, and by reciting them, acceptance of prayers can come closer. I see that the community has benefited greatly from them. The community was meant to benefit from them. Others have also benefited from them. For example, a Hindu residing in a province who has now become a Muslim keeps receiving letters. He was imprisoned for political reasons. Recently, he wrote that he kept praying by reading those principles for his release, and despite the fact that compared to others, my circumstances were more hopeless, I have been set free. And others have not been freed yet. He then writes that I have also given those principles to one of my English friends and told him to pray according to them. Allah will grant you children. So, prayer is a great weapon. Through it, impossible things become possible. Once a friend wrote a letter. And with a plea, he wrote, "Pray for my relationship." I made a lot of effort, but it was not successful. In some cases, a decision was made, and the answer was found. His connection was also with Hazrat Sahib and me. There are special times. I prayed, and I came to know that this prayer has been accepted. And I wrote to them. They were of advanced age and not in good health. They wrote to me that God had shown a strange example of the acceptance of prayer, where there was no hope. And the house where it happened was more comfortable. And in this way, it happened that the father himself offered his daughter for marriage. So, where nothing was visible, prayer works. But only those can understand it who have tasted its sweetness. In reality, prayer is more effective and does more work than dynamite. Dynamite can blow up a few rocks, but prayer can move the whole world. Look, the prayer of Muhammad (peace be upon him) was what elevated empires and powers. Every power standing against you was brought down. Similarly, prayer can reach the highest tower of progress and it works. Things that cannot even be imagined. I have drawn the attention of my community towards prayer many times, and now I draw it again because this is the month of Ramadan. And this is the month during which Allah says, "I respond."

Chapter: The Power of Supplication

The supplications of the supplicant are accepted, especially in this month. And prayers are the means of seeking help from Allah. Because prayer is what saves from difficulties. And prayers in Ramadan are particularly accepted. Therefore, I specifically draw the attention of my community towards this. The reason prayers are more accepted in Ramadan is that a person develops some divine attributes within themselves. They leave food for Allah. They leave drink for Allah. And they wake up at nights for Allah. Because compared to other days, they stay awake more in the nights of Ramadan. Therefore, there is also more opportunity for prayers in this month, and this is a specialty of this month. Therefore, the blessings that are related to the community are revealed in Ramadan. Ramadan can be compared to a public court. Previously, there used to be a rule in the kings' courts that when the common people wanted to appeal to the king, they would tear the paper. At that time, if the king was available, he would meet them, and no one could stop them. Then there used to be a public court where anyone could go. So, Ramadan is like a public court. Although the court of Allah is always public, anyone can meet Him at any time. But the days of Ramadan have their own significance. Therefore, in these days, you should pray for yourself, for your friends, for your loved ones, for the progress of Islam and the community, and to avoid trials. Because besides Allah, there is no protector for you. Being an Ahmadi turns parents into enemies. There are incidents of such kind that people have been deprived of inheritances due to being Ahmadis, not only from parents' inheritances but also from properties they bought with their own money. And in various ways, we face difficulties where false cases are filed against us. Where we are made to suffer. Where killing is not hesitated. Because all our difficulties can be removed through prayers. Therefore, we should especially pray in the month of Ramadan. Today, no one has the right to say that their prayer will not be accepted. And their prayer will not be heard. Because there are two reasons for prayers to be heard. Firstly, the need that is in the hearts of others.

Chapter: The Power of Prayer

Money generates respect. For instance, if a person is eating in the jungle, on one side, his loved one asks him to share the food to taste it, and on the other side, a person whose condition is deteriorating due to hunger asks for food. If there is any nobility in that person, he will give the needy person the food instead of sharing it with his loved one because the needy person requires assistance. Therefore, need also has a right that at this time, you are in need of all kinds of help from God, and you are oppressed because the whole world wants to eliminate you. Then who else can be more deserving to have their plea heard? Besides, you are also deserving because you have responded to the call of God's Prophet. You have accepted God, so you are heard. Therefore, you are most deserving because you have responded to the call of God's Prophet. If you pray, your prayers will be accepted. So, immerse yourself in prayer. Pray for yourself and for those who are busy in various parts of the world in the propagation. May Allah bestow His grace upon them. These are dangerous times. Days of trials and sorrows. We are not among humans but among monkeys and bears. The world we are in is not a world of humans. Because if we speak the truth, they say you are hypocrites. If we do a sincere deed, they attribute selfishness to it. Therefore, we are in the world but separate from it. People's morals have deteriorated, and animality has emerged in them. As the Quran states, "Indeed, we are better than them." Those who perform noble deeds are opposed. Let a person become an Ahmadi and reject false testimony and denial. Instead of accepting the truth, they say, "Now you have become hostile." Do we not know that they have trembled in the face of opposition? Therefore, they do not testify. If a servant becomes an Ahmadi and stops taking bribes, the officials are not ready to believe him. They cannot believe that there can be people who can leave bribes just out of fear of God. Surah Al-Furqan: 25

Chapter: The Station Master's Story

They were a part of our community, but now they have passed away. They tried to be transferred to the position of the station master at Batala station. They submitted a request to the departmental officer and discussed matters related to the government that are in line with the beliefs of the Ahmadiyya community. They shared some messages and so on. The officer said that they are very pleased with them and have a good opinion of their community. Therefore, they asked them to give them a monthly salary of three hundred rupees and promised to make them the station master of Batala. They replied that their current salary is sixty rupees. How can they give a monthly salary of three hundred rupees? They said, "No, you have a good income. You do not take a monthly salary of sixty rupees. Because this is the rule." They replied, "Unfortunately, we are compelled. Your request cannot be fulfilled." Similarly, there was a person who always used to put ghee instead of oil. God guided him, and he became an Ahmadi. After that, he started putting oil instead of ghee. When people found out that he was using oil instead of ghee, there was an uproar that he was serving bad food. He convinced them that this oil is pure ghee. But they did not believe him, and they complained to the higher authorities. When the officer came and questioned him, he said, "Previously, I used to serve ghee instead of oil. But now that I have become an Ahmadi, I have stopped using ghee and started using oil." The officer told him that there is no harm if you use ghee. You should continue using it. It is a strange matter. People cannot understand our emotions. They cannot even imagine that things can be done with clarity today. Hazrat Masih-e-Ma'ood has taken us out of this world and brought us into a brighter era because it is more beloved to us than the present time as it has more comfort and better fortune. The people of this era are in such a state that there was a Muslim member in the council who has now resigned. Once a question arose in the council that a Muslim woman should marry a Hindu man and a Hindu woman should marry a Muslim man. Someone said that this goes against the Holy Quran. He replied that the Quran is a book from thirteen hundred years ago, and it fulfills the needs of that time.

Chapter: The Leader of Muslims

He is the person who is called the leader of Muslims. And recently, as an expression of dissatisfaction with the Rowlatt Act, he has resigned. The person who does not like God's law. Where can he like the laws of humans? So, while we live in this world, we also live in another world. Because these people cannot understand our thoughts and emotions. Our words are more than signs for the deaf. These are the difficulties that are not yet apparent. There are others who cannot be expressed. They do not want to get engrossed in prayers. So that they can attract the bounties of Allah." (Al-Fazl, 21 June 1919)

Chapter 45: The Need for Sacrifices

On June 13, 1919, after the recitation of Tashahhud, Ta'awwuz, and Surah Al-Fatihah, His Holiness stated:

Every advancement in the world comes through numerous sacrifices. The reality is that greatness and honor are not in itself or for its sake but are the result of numerous sacrifices. The greatness and honor of Allah are distinct and separate from everything else. All other greatness and honor are relative and temporary. Allah is the Greatest and will always remain so. He was, is, and will be. His greatness was and will always be. It was and will be a cause for advancement. Its greatness, its glory, and its knowledge are not relative but absolute. No other greatness can be compared to it. No other honor can be compared to it. No other knowledge can be compared to it. It is absolute and independent. And no greatness is greater than the greatness of Allah. If you pray, your prayers will be accepted. So, immerse yourself in prayer. Pray for yourself and for those who are busy in various parts of the world in the propagation. May Allah bestow His grace upon them. These are dangerous times. Days of trials and sorrows. We are not among humans but among monkeys and bears. The world we are in is not a world of humans. Because if we speak the truth, they say you are hypocrites. If we do a sincere deed, they attribute selfishness to it. Therefore, we are in the world but separate from it. People's morals have deteriorated, and animality has emerged in them. As the Quran states, "Indeed, we are better than them." Those who perform noble deeds are opposed. Let a person become an Ahmadi and reject false testimony and denial. Instead of accepting the truth, they say, "Now you have become hostile." Do we not know that they have trembled in the face of opposition? Therefore, they do not testify. If a servant becomes an Ahmadi and stops taking bribes, the officials are not ready to believe him. They cannot believe that there can be people who can leave bribes just out of fear of God. Surah Al-Furqan: 25

Chapter: The Importance of Sacrifices

It has happened. If this does not happen, no government can be called a government. Similarly, there are other matters. What is knowledge? It is also obtained through sacrifices. To know something, the times of wealth, emotions, love of friends, love of comfort. When sacrifices are made, knowledge is gained. And this division of sacrifices holds many sacrifices within itself. People can only understand the importance of financial sacrifices when they are explained. When a landlord spends four or five hundred rupees to educate his child and spends slowly, he does not consider the expenditure as anything, but if someone tells a landlord that we will make your child pass the primary exam. You do not have to spend four or five hundred rupees. So, he will say how can I not buy land for sixty rupees. So, he spends hundreds, but because he spends money slowly, he cannot understand its importance. Then a great sacrifice is the sacrifice of comfort. Its details are not known until it is made. For example, these days are for fasting. A student wants to rest in the morning, but he thinks he has to go to school. So, he sacrifices his comfort for school. Similarly, when he leaves small things to read, then he realizes how much sacrifice he has made of time. Then the sacrifice of time. Who can know how big it is? Bring the details to mind. Spending time and spending money are two different things. There is a big difference between spending and spending. A person who is idle. His time is spent. He is not spending it himself, but a person who spends time on a specific task. His time is not wasted because he is spending it. So, very few people know how to spend. And this is a special knowledge called economics. Just as people obtain an MA degree in English language and other sciences, they also obtain an MA degree in this field of knowledge. This is very

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Knowledge is vast, but some people, despite studying it, do not understand the importance of spending money. The sacrifice of time is not understood until a person makes it. And its importance cannot be realized until it is made for a specific purpose. It is known how significant sacrificing time is for achieving a particular goal. A person can sit idle all day in one place, but when asked to wait for someone for even ten minutes, they become impatient that it took so long. Thus, the whole day passes like sand slipping through fingers, but leaving other tasks for a specific purpose is the most challenging sacrifice. The bigger the thing, the more time needs to be sacrificed for it. And this division of sacrifices contains many sacrifices within itself. People can only understand the importance of financial sacrifices when they are explained. For instance, a landlord can spend four or five hundred rupees to educate his child slowly without considering it a significant expense. But if someone offers to make the child pass the primary exam without spending that amount, the landlord would question how he can miss buying land for sixty rupees. Thus, he spends hundreds, but because it is gradual, he fails to grasp its importance. Another significant sacrifice is the sacrifice of comfort. Its details are only known when it is made. For example, these days are for fasting. A student may want to rest in the morning but sacrifices his comfort for school. Similarly, when he sacrifices small pleasures for study, he realizes the time sacrifice he has made. Then there is the sacrifice of time. Who can truly comprehend its magnitude? Reflect on the details. Spending time and spending money are two different things. There is a vast difference between idling away time and purposefully spending it. Few people understand how to utilize time effectively. This specialized knowledge is called economics. Just as people earn an MA degree in English language and other sciences, they also attain an MA degree in this field of knowledge.

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Since greatness comes through great sacrifices and smallness through small sacrifices, Islam has emphasized greatly on sacrifices. There is no Eid in Islam without a sacrifice. Generally, two Eids are well-known. One is major, and the other is minor. The major Eid involves the sacrifice of animals, and the minor one comes after Ramadan. In the minor Eid, apparent sacrifices are made. Even before reaching these Eids, a person has to make many sacrifices. Sacrifice of desires, sacrifice of food and drink, sacrifice of pleasures, sacrifice of emotions and intentions. When a believer has made so many sacrifices, then the Eid comes to make him happy. So, in these Eids, we learn significant lessons. We are told that every Eid and happiness is accompanied by sacrifices. Eid-ul-Adha is memorable. It is the Eid of sacrifices. Remember the sacrifice that was made. Hazrat Ibrahim made it. And through it, we are taught that this is a principle through which communities progress. Without making sacrifices in this way, no community can progress. When all members of a community are willing to sacrifice themselves and are ready to sacrifice everything for a purpose, then prayers are answered, and communities do not progress by the sacrifice of just one or two individuals. Yes, sacrifice is not just about cutting throats; there are other ways too. It means leaving all desires and wishes for the attainment of a goal. Sacrifice is also about leaving all emotions and intentions for a specific purpose. And this sacrifice is such that sacrificing one's desires is easier than sacrificing one's head with a sword. Because a decision is made very quickly with a sword, but this sacrifice is such that it does not end at once. Then there is the sacrifice made with a sword, which sometimes becomes unnecessary. Christian women are ready to be beheaded for Christianity, but the sacrifice that requires abandoning carnality cannot be made. It requires separating from desires, wishes, emotions, and intentions. It cannot be for falsehood. Look, very few companions were martyred with a sword. But it cannot be said that other companions were not martyred. Hazrat Hamza was not martyred with a visible sword. Hazrat Abu Bakr, Umar, Usman were also martyred. Yes, the difference was that Hazrat Hamza was martyred with a visible sword. But Hazrat

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Abu Number One was a martyr with an invisible existence, yet always present. All these noble individuals went into the dangerous fields of war and participated beyond others, but it was Allah's will to save them at that time. Because Allah knew that a time would come when these great services to Islam would be needed, and the lion-heartedness of Muslims would be preserved. Someone asked Hazrat Ali about who was the bravest among the companions. The Shia often attribute this to Hazrat Ali, saying that he was the lion of Allah. Indeed, he was the lion of Allah. But the Shia's intention in saying this is to criticize other companions. Yes, Hazrat Ali said that at that time, the criterion for bravery was being closest to the Holy Prophet. Whoever was closest to the Holy Prophet was considered the bravest. This military perspective is entirely correct because where the commander was, that place was most important in the eyes of the enemies, and all the enemy's strength was focused there. Because at that time, if the commander was killed, the entire army would flee. So, in every battle, Abu Bakr used to be the closest to the Holy Prophet. And this is entirely correct. In the Battle of Uhud, for a moment when the enemy had surrounded Hazrat Ali and the companions, only Abu Dajana remained with him. Otherwise, in every dangerous situation, Hazrat Abu Bakr used to be the closest to the Holy Prophet. But despite this, he was not martyred by the sword. But can there be any doubt in his martyrdom? Never. Some companions were martyred without a visible sword. This is how our community members should be. Not that we should be happy about the martyrdom of late Syed Abdul Latif and Abdul Rahman Khan, saying that they became martyrs. Instead, we should strive to achieve the status of martyrdom ourselves. And until we ourselves become martyrs, we should not rejoice in the martyrdom of others. If they have attained martyrdom, they fulfilled their duty, not that your duty was fulfilled by their martyrdom. Each one of you should fulfill your own duty. Because until the community...

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Every individual will not strive to become a martyr. The real claim cannot be achieved until the purpose you have in mind is significant. It requires sacrifices of millions and billions. For the survival of one person, thousands of sacrifices have to be made. Sacrifices are made for every particle of a human being. So, understand how many sacrifices will be needed for the progress of the community. You have to make the whole world Muslim and spread monotheism throughout the world. If one person sacrifices, can this be achieved? There is no need for sacrificing with a sword in this era. But where the need for sword sacrifice arises, it should not be denied. As happened in Kabul. Yes, in the countries where we are not martyred with a sword, there is no need for us to be martyred with a sword there, but there is a need for martyrdom. There and a different kind of martyrdom is required. Sacrifice with a sword happens in a moment, but the sacrifices needed occur many times every moment. Hazrat Sahib has written that the martyrdom of Imam Hussain is one example. But I have shown many martyrdoms. Similarly, Hazrat Sahib says, "I am always in the grip of Hussain, who passed through the same ordeal as Imam Hussain. A decision with a sword is made once. And a passionate person can be beheaded in an instant, but the sacrifices demanded slowly and steadily. Not everyone can bear them. For example, if someone is told to stand hungry all day, it is difficult for him. And it requires patience and courage much more than putting his head under a sword. Just as the Prophet (peace be upon him) said about Allah, "Perhaps you will kill yourself with grief that they do not become believers." The Arabic word "Baakhi" means that you will kill yourself with grief and worry that why these people do not believe, you will destroy yourself. In Arabic, cutting the back of the neck is called "Bama". As if the knife moves in such a way that the back of the neck is slowly cut. This position cannot be achieved until there is a special faith. So, it is necessary at that time that every sacrifice for Islam and for the Ahmadiyya Community is made, and until each one of you does not make every sacrifice. Those avenues...

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You will see what is destined. The sacrifices of Zaid and Bakr cannot suffice for you. It is your own sacrifice that will come in handy for you. If you rejoice in the sacrifices of others, then your example will be just like that famous story about a priest. A priest who used to consider morning baths obligatory went to the river in the morning. It was a cold season, and he did not have the courage to bathe in the river. He picked up a shell and addressing it said, "You bathe, and it will be as if I have bathed." Saying this, he threw the shell into the river. On the way, he met another priest who asked how he bathed, and he explained the method. This priest addressed him and said, "You bathe, and I will return." Do not consider the sacrifices of late Syed Abdul Latif and Abdul Rahman Khan as significant for yourselves. Just as your prayer cannot be fulfilled by their actions. Each of you should strive to fulfill your own duty. May Allah grant us all the success to make the necessary sacrifices for Islam at this time. And may He grant us the opportunity to fulfill these sacrifices needed for Islam and the Ahmadiyya Community. And may He not make the day come when we witness all the progress and Islam returns to its original glory?

Date: June 24, Al-Fadl

Chapter: Acceptance of Prayers in Special Times

Date: June 20, 1919

After reciting the Tashahhud, Ta'awwuz, and Surah Al-Fatihah, Hazrat Anwar stated, "The month of Ramadan brings special blessings and mercy from Allah. Thus, the doors of Allah's blessings and favors are always open. And whenever a person desires, the times of Eid, Ramadan, and Friday arrive. Delay only occurs in asking; otherwise, there is no delay in giving because Allah never abandons His servant. Yes, the servant may abandon Allah and move to someone else's door. Allah is not in need, but He searches for such a servant as if His divinity depends on that servant, and the servant is in need and in such a need that not even a moment passes as if if Allah abandons him, he will pass comfortably and not perish. But the servant seeks independence from Allah as if he is not in need. The Holy Prophet (peace be upon him) saw a woman in the Battle of Badr who was running back and forth, and when a child caught her attention, she picked him up, hugged him, and showed affection, then let him go. As she was leaving, she found another child, took him and sat down. The Holy Prophet addressed the companions and said, 'This woman lost her child. She did not find as much joy in finding her child as Allah finds joy in finding His lost servant. Therefore, it is not difficult to have your prayers accepted by this Merciful and Gracious Being. Every moment can be a moment of Ramadan, and every moment can be a means of acceptance. If there is a delay, it is from the side of the servant, but this delay is also part of His grace because He has set aside a specific time so that those who read Bukhari's Book of Adab, the chapter on His Mercy and Love.

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They cannot awaken themselves. Awaken them. Because their neglect can lead to destruction. Therefore, a specific time has been appointed for their awakening, in which it was promised that I would gain more benefits from prayers. So, that day is here. And as I have mentioned that every moment can be a time of Eid and every moment can be a time of acceptance. But negligent people have a specific month appointed to benefit from it. Many people have a habit that if they are told to do something, no one will do it. And even if they are told to do it at any time, none of them will do it. Because they think that they will do it next time. But if a specific time is appointed, they do it. Therefore, Allah has provided an opportunity for all people under His understanding to pray easily. If He said that whoever wants to achieve closeness should do it, many would not do it. But He said, "Achieve my closeness, and whatever you desire, do it." And then He bestowed His grace and provided an opportunity for everyone to benefit. Otherwise, He accepts prayers every month as He says, "Call upon Me, I will respond to you" (Ghafir: 40:60). "And when My servants ask you concerning Me, indeed I am near" (Al-Baqarah: 2:186). So, no specific time condition is imposed. If any condition is imposed, it is only that you should be My servant, meaning acknowledge the worship of Allah. Our acknowledgment will bring His mercy and kindness. And whoever hesitates, it will be opened for him. The Holy Prophet (peace be upon him) said that Allah Almighty has said, "If My servant takes one step towards Me, I take two steps towards him. If My servant comes to Me, I run towards him, or a hundred steps. The doors of Allah's mercy and grace are always open. There is no speciality of Ramadan or any specific time. The servant is not always in need. The servant's need is not limited to a specific time. Is the servant not in need in Sha'ban and Shawwal? Is the servant not in need on Saturday and Friday? Is the servant not in need from Friday morning till afternoon? He is in need just as he is in need on those days. Then why did He limit special blessings and favors at special times? I have told you that this is also out of His grace to alert humans. Then Allah gives extra blessings at those times to alert people to the blessings. Then Allah gives extra blessings at those times so that those who seek blessings can receive them. Bukhari's Book of Adab, the chapter on His Mercy and Love.

Chapter: Importance of Timely Prayers

When a person becomes negligent, a specific time is appointed for him, and then every night becomes Laylatul Qadr for him. Each day becomes like Friday, and the mid-hour of the sermon becomes the time when Allah accepts more prayers. So, what has been done is to alert humans because the rule is that special attention is paid to obligations at specific times. Therefore, prayers are accepted more mercifully and graciously at a specific time. Otherwise, the doors of His mercy are always open. But many overlook this grace. They do not benefit from other days because it is not Ramadan, and they do not benefit from Ramadan because they do not receive the blessings. Similarly, they do not pray on other days because it is not Friday. And they lose out on Friday because they do not engage in supplication. Then they lose the day because nights are more suitable for prayer acceptance. And they cannot benefit from the night because they cannot leave their sleep. The purpose is that one time is compared to another, and they cannot achieve anything because they enjoy labor. Therefore, no time for prayer comes to them. Their example is like that child who, dissatisfied with his parents, goes and sits in a dark room, and there thorns prick and wounds him. Such a person chooses to be dissatisfied with God and runs away from Him, wanting to leave His kingdom. But where can a person go who has foolishly abandoned God? There is no place of comfort for him in this world or the Hereafter. Such a person is his own killer and sheds his own blood because there is only one place of comfort for a person, and that is in God's lap. And remember that God is not just for Hazrat Muhammad (peace be upon him). He spreads His lap for every disobedient person to come and find a place in His lap. He says that God is so happy when a person repents that even a mother cannot be as happy in finding her lost child. So, benefit from His mercy, which is for your progress. He is sending it down for your benefit. And then benefit from those special times that He has set aside for your benefit. If you waste those times as well, it will be a great loss.

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Hazrat Aisha Siddiqa (may Allah be pleased with her) said that the Holy Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) used to stay awake in the last ten days of Ramadan. He would wake up his family members and engage in acts of goodness with great enthusiasm. He was always vigilant in worship, and every moment of his nights was spent in the remembrance of Allah. Those who had a close relationship and attachment to Allah could understand this quality. Aisha could understand this, and it was not easy for anyone else to comprehend this reality. The Prophet (peace be upon him) used to say, "My eyes sleep, but my heart remains awake." Even when you go to bed, your back does not open. So, when does it open? In reality, this statement holds a profound meaning that cannot be understood through mere analogy. Only those who have experienced the love of Allah can comprehend it. Later generations cannot grasp its reality. The essence of the Prophet's (peace be upon him) staying awake in the last ten days and waking up his family members and engaging in acts of goodness is that his back was always loose. For them, special attention is required during Ramadan. So, I advise all my friends to understand their own weaknesses and incline towards Allah. I have mentioned that Allah is ready to give; it is only our mistakes that deprive us of His favors. There is no specific time for His favors to come, and there is no limitation to His blessings. He gives at all times and is always ready to give. This is why He has set aside specific moments. These are to alert humans because the rule is that special attention is paid to obligations at specific times. Therefore, humans should not be deprived of His mercy and grace due to their negligence. He has set specific times to bestow His favors upon us, so do not waste those times. Gain the favors that are for the betterment and progress of your generations. We should be attracted to His promises made through the Promised Messiah. May our weaknesses be removed, and may Allah forgive our mistakes and guide us on the path of His grace. May we always move forward and not fall into negligence and heedlessness. Ameen, O Lord of the Worlds.

Date: June 28, Al-Fadl

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Despairing of Allah's Mercy is Disbelief

Date: June 27, 1919

After reciting the Tashahhud, Ta'awwuz, and Surah Al-Fatihah, the Noble Verse "Go, you and your brother, with My signs and do not slacken in My remembrance" (Yusuf: 88) was recited, and then it was stated:

Allah's grace and favors upon His servant are beyond measure. No human can count them. If you count Allah's blessings, you will not be able to enumerate them, and even comprehending them is difficult. Only Allah knows what He bestows upon His servant. Even the angels are unaware of the numerous blessings Allah showers upon His servant. When a person faces calamity, Allah delivers him from it. Then the person expresses gratitude for Allah's favor, but many times, the person's destruction and ruin are hidden from his view, and Allah distances him in his heedlessness. Many times, a person is saved from harm without even realizing it. When a person sits down, there may be a snake or scorpion beneath him, and when he sees it, he is terrified and moves away. If there is fear and reverence for Allah in his heart, he becomes grateful that Allah saved him from such harm by His grace. But sometimes when he is sleeping on the ground at night, snakes and various harmful creatures pass by him, and Allah does not allow them to harm him and protects him from their attack. Many times, a person falls ill, and his condition becomes extremely critical. But Allah heals him and demonstrates that God has...

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Once again, Allah granted me life and saved me from death, but often diseases manifest within. Allah removes them, but the person remains unaware. Sometimes a person faces a calamity, and false accusations of people become the cause of his destruction, but Allah clears him of those accusations. If this grateful servant were to narrate Allah's favors upon him to people, he would mention how Allah saved him from a particular calamity caused by certain individuals. Many times, the plans of those who intended to harm him were thwarted by Allah. They were not granted success. Allah kept nullifying their schemes. Then there are incidents where a person is targeted for direct killing, but he escapes. If this grateful servant were to recount the favors visible to him or known to him, how can mere mortals comprehend the power of Allah's blessings? Expressing gratitude for Allah's blessings that are apparent or known is beyond their capacity. Hazrat Masih-e-Maud (peace be upon him) faced significant opposition, including the case brought by Martin Clark. It was not a direct murder case but related to activities that could lead to murder. In this, Allah's promise was visibly fulfilled, and Hazrat Masih-e-Maud was acquitted. He penned a book in gratitude for Allah's signs and blessings. However, did your enemies attempt this against you? No, as later became evident. Your enemies tried to kill you hundreds of times through poison, daggers, and various means. The purpose was to execute plans for your murder, but Allah kept nullifying those schemes. These are the events that, if not in the past, are now in front of the world. However, many such incidents exist...

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What is hidden until now. And they are very numerous because the way human intentions are few. In which he succeeds. Similarly, there are very few projects of man. Which come before the world, but it is God who saves his servants from hidden schemes. And the servants are definitely not aware of them. The purpose of God's favors is seen in the intellect. That how much He does for His servant. Otherwise, the servant cannot even think of them. Such favors and grace of God, if someone despairs of them, then he commits such a great sin and crime that can never be forgiven. See, if someone does a favor to someone. If the value of his favor is not recognized, then he does not do any favor to the ungrateful person. But the favors of Hussain are so many that he cannot be counted. If the ingratitude of his favors is recognized, then it is such a great crime that who can be more criminal than that person. But many people quickly become despondent of God and do not consider His mercy and favors. Some even consider themselves to be religious due to fear of God's mercy and become dissatisfied with the world. But remember that Islam does not teach only fear of God. Rather, it says that fear and hope of God should be at the same time. And its name is faith. Otherwise, fear alone at one time is only fear, and empty hope also leads to disbelief. Yes, when both are present in a person at the same time, then his faith is complete. When a person always remains in a state of fear and does not have any hope in God's favors, then he becomes despondent and thinks that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment, and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment is not disbelief but leads to destruction. Faith creates both these conditions within a believer. He neither does what God's mercy will abandon him nor does he ever become fearless in this way. If there is fear and hope of God in the heart, then he becomes grateful that he becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment is not disbelief but leads to destruction. Faith creates both these conditions within a believer. He neither does what God's mercy will abandon him nor does he ever become fearless in this way. If there is fear and hope of God in the heart, then he becomes grateful that he becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment is not disbelief but leads to destruction. Faith creates both these conditions within a believer. He neither does what God's mercy will abandon him nor does he ever become fearless in this way. If there is fear and hope of God in the heart, then he becomes grateful that he becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment is not disbelief but leads to destruction. Faith creates both these conditions within a believer. He neither does what God's mercy will abandon him nor does he ever become fearless in this way. If there is fear and hope of God in the heart, then he becomes grateful that he becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment is not disbelief but leads to destruction. Faith creates both these conditions within a believer. He neither does what God's mercy will abandon him nor does he ever become fearless in this way. If there is fear and hope of God in the heart, then he becomes grateful that he becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment is not disbelief but leads to destruction. Faith creates both these conditions within a believer. He neither does what God's mercy will abandon him nor does he ever become fearless in this way. If there is fear and hope of God in the heart, then he becomes grateful that he becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment is not disbelief but leads to destruction. Faith creates both these conditions within a believer. He neither does what God's mercy will abandon him nor does he ever become fearless in this way. If there is fear and hope of God in the heart, then he becomes grateful that he becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment is not disbelief but leads to destruction. Faith creates both these conditions within a believer. He neither does what God's mercy will abandon him nor does he ever become fearless in this way. If there is fear and hope of God in the heart, then he becomes grateful that he becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment is not disbelief but leads to destruction. Faith creates both these conditions within a believer. He neither does what God's mercy will abandon him nor does he ever become fearless in this way. If there is fear and hope of God in the heart, then he becomes grateful that he becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment is not disbelief but leads to destruction. Faith creates both these conditions within a believer. He neither does what God's mercy will abandon him nor does he ever become fearless in this way. If there is fear and hope of God in the heart, then he becomes grateful that he becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment is not disbelief but leads to destruction. Faith creates both these conditions within a believer. He neither does what God's mercy will abandon him nor does he ever become fearless in this way. If there is fear and hope of God in the heart, then he becomes grateful that he becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment is not disbelief but leads to destruction. Faith creates both these conditions within a believer. He neither does what God's mercy will abandon him nor does he ever become fearless in this way. If there is fear and hope of God in the heart, then he becomes grateful that he becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment is not disbelief but leads to destruction. Faith creates both these conditions within a believer. He neither does what God's mercy will abandon him nor does he ever become fearless in this way. If there is fear and hope of God in the heart, then he becomes grateful that he becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment is not disbelief but leads to destruction. Faith creates both these conditions within a believer. He neither does what God's mercy will abandon him nor does he ever become fearless in this way. If there is fear and hope of God in the heart, then he becomes grateful that he becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment is not disbelief but leads to destruction. Faith creates both these conditions within a believer. He neither does what God's mercy will abandon him nor does he ever become fearless in this way. If there is fear and hope of God in the heart, then he becomes grateful that he becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment is not disbelief but leads to destruction. Faith creates both these conditions within a believer. He neither does what God's mercy will abandon him nor does he ever become fearless in this way. If there is fear and hope of God in the heart, then he becomes grateful that he becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment is not disbelief but leads to destruction. Faith creates both these conditions within a believer. He neither does what God's mercy will abandon him nor does he ever become fearless in this way. If there is fear and hope of God in the heart, then he becomes grateful that he becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment is not disbelief but leads to destruction. Faith creates both these conditions within a believer. He neither does what God's mercy will abandon him nor does he ever become fearless in this way. If there is fear and hope of God in the heart, then he becomes grateful that he becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment is not disbelief but leads to destruction. Faith creates both these conditions within a believer. He neither does what God's mercy will abandon him nor does he ever become fearless in this way. If there is fear and hope of God in the heart, then he becomes grateful that he becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment is not disbelief but leads to destruction. Faith creates both these conditions within a believer. He neither does what God's mercy will abandon him nor does he ever become fearless in this way. If there is fear and hope of God in the heart, then he becomes grateful that he becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment is not disbelief but leads to destruction. Faith creates both these conditions within a believer. He neither does what God's mercy will abandon him nor does he ever become fearless in this way. If there is fear and hope of God in the heart, then he becomes grateful that he becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment is not disbelief but leads to destruction. Faith creates both these conditions within a believer. He neither does what God's mercy will abandon him nor does he ever become fearless in this way. If there is fear and hope of God in the heart, then he becomes grateful that he becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment is not disbelief but leads to destruction. Faith creates both these conditions within a believer. He neither does what God's mercy will abandon him nor does he ever become fearless in this way. If there is fear and hope of God in the heart, then he becomes grateful that he becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment is not disbelief but leads to destruction. Faith creates both these conditions within a believer. He neither does what God's mercy will abandon him nor does he ever become fearless in this way. If there is fear and hope of God in the heart, then he becomes grateful that he becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment is not disbelief but leads to destruction. Faith creates both these conditions within a believer. He neither does what God's mercy will abandon him nor does he ever become fearless in this way. If there is fear and hope of God in the heart, then he becomes grateful that he becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment is not disbelief but leads to destruction. Faith creates both these conditions within a believer. He neither does what God's mercy will abandon him nor does he ever become fearless in this way. If there is fear and hope of God in the heart, then he becomes grateful that he becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment is not disbelief but leads to destruction. Faith creates both these conditions within a believer. He neither does what God's mercy will abandon him nor does he ever become fearless in this way. If there is fear and hope of God in the heart, then he becomes grateful that he becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment is not disbelief but leads to destruction. Faith creates both these conditions within a believer. He neither does what God's mercy will abandon him nor does he ever become fearless in this way. If there is fear and hope of God in the heart, then he becomes grateful that he becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment and this thought that God will not hold him accountable and becomes fearless of His punishment is not disbelief but leads to destruction. Faith creates both these conditions within a believer. He neither does what God's mercy will abandon him nor does he ever become fearless in